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Well-being Week 2026

See the programme of events for Well-being Week 2026, which runs from 19 to 23 January 2026.

Well-being Week 2026 is a week of online events where people in the sector can come together to learn about well-being and share best practice.

You can attend as many events as you like.

Monday, 19 January: 9.45am to 11.15am

Supporting stress and anxiety at work

This event is hosted by Social Care Wales

This session will focus on mental health in the care workforce. You’ll explore your rights around stress at work and learn the differences between stress, anxiety, and burnout. Together, we’ll share practical ideas to support staff well-being while continuing to provide high-quality care.

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Monday, 19 January: 1pm to 3pm

Leading with emotional intelligence

This event is hosted by Social Care Wales

In today’s care environment, emotional intelligence is essential for effective leadership and well-being. Join us to discover why it matters and how it can help you support yourself and your team, every day and during challenging times.

You’ll leave with practical strategies to manage emotions, respond with empathy, and lead with confidence.

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Tuesday, 20 January: 9.45am to 11.45am

A great place to work

This event is hosted by Awen Cultural Trust, Woodlands Limited and Social Care Wales

Join us to hear from people working in social care and early years settings that are described as great places to work.

They’ll share what a positive workplace culture looks and feels like, even when the work is busy, emotionally challenging and fast-paced.

We’ll also invite you to share your own tips for supporting well-being at work. Let’s learn from each other and celebrate what makes a workplace feel good.

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Tuesday, 20 January: 1pm to 3pm

The power of storytelling at work

This event is hosted by Social Care Wales and Aneurin Bevan University Health Board

Join us to explore Hafan Llewelyn, a storytelling approach that helps teams reflect and connect. These sessions create a supportive space where every voice is valued.

By sharing stories and reflecting on challenges, you’ll feel more connected, less isolated, and better equipped to show compassion to colleagues and those you care for.

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Wednesday, 21 January: 10am to 11.30am

Women's confidence

This event is hosted by Social Care Wales and Unison

Join us in this interactive workshop to find out how you can build your confidence skills in work.

This bite-size workshop will help you:

  • understand what self-esteem, assertiveness and self-confidence are, and how they're connected
  • recognise your own skills and strengths
  • build your own strategy for growing confidence.

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Wednesday, 21 January: 1pm to 4pm

Men's mental health

This event is hosted by JMG Training and Consultancy

Poor mental health can affect anyone. Social pressures, expectations and stigma often influence how people experience and respond to mental health challenges.

Research shows that men are statistically less likely to seek mental health support, which can lead to delay in support.

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Thursday, 22 January: 10am to 11.30am

Prioritising personal well-being in the role of a Responsible Individual (RI)

This event is hosted by Social Care Wales

Leading with responsibility can be both rewarding and challenging. Join us for an engaging session where we’ll share practical strategies to support your emotional well-being as a Responsible Individual (RI).

This is also a great opportunity to connect with peers, exchange experiences, and build a supportive network.

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Thursday, 22 January: 1.30pm to 2.45pm

Listening and connecting: Understanding well-being in your workplace

This event is hosted by Healthy Working Wales

An informed and involved workforce is essential for creating a positive workplace culture and supporting well-being. When staff feel valued and listened to, it leads to meaningful change and continuous improvement.

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Friday, 23 January: 10am to 11.30am

Supporting people to manage health conditions and return or stay in work

This event is hosted by Healthy Working Wales, RCS, Case UK, Powys Mind and Business Wales

Join us to explore how to build a compassionate workplace culture and empower people to take proactive steps to manage their health. Everyone has a role in supporting employees with long-term health conditions so they can thrive at work, free from discrimination.

In this session, you’ll discover:

  • the benefits of supporting people to manage their health conditions
  • the free in-work and mental health support available to employees across Wales.

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The views and opinions expressed at these workshops are those of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect the views of the organisations they represent, or the views and opinions of Social Care Wales.

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