Mental health is an essential part of overall health and well-being, yet it often remains a taboo and often ignored topic in the Knowledge Transfer (KT) sector.
Organised by the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Special Interest Group (EDI SIG), this impactful webinar will explore the challenges surrounding mental health in the KT sector, highlighting insights from a recently published article on Technology Transfer Tactics on this important issue:
"The lack of attention paid to mental health and well-being within the KT/TT field lies in stark contrast to efforts and initiatives in other professional fields. In fact, since outside law firms are heavily influenced by the practices of their clients, Technology Transfer Offices (TTOs) are uniquely positioned to be a force multiplier for change when it comes to mental health. By developing guidelines that centre on communication practices, respecting work-life balance, managing projects effectively, and sharing well-being opportunities, TTO leadership can create a top-down atmosphere and culture of wellness and support that can have a ripple effect into allied professions".
Join us for a much needed conversation on mental health in knowledge transfer, and learn how KTOs can become catalysts for positive change in this critical area.
Read more about mental health in the following articles:
This text was written by Becca Switzer as part of the online webinar for the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Special Interest Group (EDI SIG) during Mental Health Awareness Week on 8 October 2024.
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I strongly recommend the course, even if you are not going to set-up an office but you are part of the team that wants to change or improve how technology transfer is done at your institution.
Ricardo Castro
Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain
Excellent organisation, multifarious activities, great atmosphere… I can't say enough about how well it is tailored to the needs of technology transfer professions.
Tamara Čolić Milosavljević
Centre of Technology Transfer - University of Belgrade, Serbia
One very long and hard day, but very useful for my work in TTO.
Petr Kubečka
Palacký University Olomouc, Czech Republic
As always, superb topics and inspirational speakers. Great networking. Well worth the time out of the office!!! Great work HQ, thank you.
Peter Deakin
Chalmers University of Technology, Sweden
Starting or changing any procedure at a TTO/Institution is challenging and I could not think of anything better than learning with the best.
Ricardo Castro
Centre for research in agricultural Genomics, Spain
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