Customer Portal
Contact

World Mental Health Day 2023 – Kao Data Introduces Company-Wide Mental Health First Aider Network

Today, Tuesday 10th October 2023, marks World Mental Health Day – a day to talk openly about mental health, to let people know that it’s okay to ask for help, and to show that mental health matters.

This year’s theme is ‘mental health is a universal human right’ and now, more than ever, we believe it’s vital to check in on our family, friends, and colleagues, and to make sure they have the support they need for their own health and wellbeing.

In support of World Mental Health Day, and as part of our wider ESG framework, we’re glad to announce that Kao Data is launching its very own Mental Health First Aider network.

Led by Fraser Clarke, our Head of Service Operations, our Mental Health First Aiders (MHFA) will undergo fully-accredited training by Mental Health First Aid England to ensure they are fully equipped to support our colleagues across the business with any mental health challenges they’re experiencing, at any time.

“I’m proud to work for a company like Kao Data, which takes mental health and the wellbeing of its workforce so seriously,” said Fraser Clarke, Head of Service Operations. “As the first project sponsor, I’m honoured to have the company’s trust in this position of responsibility and I’m looking forward to becoming a fully qualified Mental Health First Aider to become a valuable support line for the colleagues I work with each day, and those across the wider business.”

Mental health concerns can affect anyone at any time and building this awareness cannot be confined to just one day. That is why we believe the launch of this scheme is an essential step in driving continual and positive change for our individual and collective mental health at Kao Data.

As an organisation committed to ESG, it is our belief that by fostering a psychologically safe working environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued, we can drive positive change in mental health awareness. Everyone’s mental health matters, today and every day.

To learn more about our ESG commitments, download our latest report – here.

Share

Other articles

January 20, 2026

New report reveals the positive contribution data centres have made to Slough, creating 14,000+ jobs and +£30m annual contribution, and recommends the UK follows the town’s lead.

Read More
January 12, 2026

Kao Data Promotes Fraser Clarke to Vice President of Operations

Read More
December 15, 2025

Celebrating Kao Data’s Employees of the Year 2025

Read More
Customer Portal
Contact
X

Test Text

test job title
Click to see full book

Details

X

If your application is successful, Harlow Council will transfer the grant by BACS.  Bank details (account name, number and sort code) will need to be supplied with a summary of accounts. 

Funding conditions:  If your application is successful, your project must be delivered by 31 December 2026. You will have to return any grant funds if the project is not delivered or the organisation receiving the funding stops operating.

A contract agreement will need to be signed between your organisation and Harlow District Council before any funding is granted.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Grant recipients will be required to provide an end of project report to establish whether the project has met its aims and objectives, as well as to assess the overall impact on participants. Funding for the project is provided on the basis that the Project Evaluation form is returned within the agreed project timescale (no later than 31 January 2027).

Risks and Liabilities: In giving grants the ‘Harlow Council’ will require the supported project organisation or groups to accept all risks and liabilities associated with the activity being supported. This will be a condition of the grant.  Copies of relevant documents may need to be provided if the application has been approved.

Data protection statement – how we will use your information

The Council is committed to handling your personal information in line with the data processing principles.  The Data Protection Legislation and the General Data Protection Regulation 2016/679 (GDPR) sets the legal framework for how we collect, handle and process personal data and for your rights as a ‘data subject.’

General Data Protection Regulation:  Personal data provided by you will be processed in accordance with this protocol. For more details, please see https://www.harlow.gov.uk/privacy-notice

Thank you for taking the time to read these guidance notes. If you have any questions, please get in touch with [email protected].

FAQs

X
  1. Who can apply?
    The fund is open to not-for-profit community groups and grassroots initiatives based in Stockport.
     
  2. What types of projects are eligible?
    We encourage projects focused on environmental sustainability, community cohesion, and local economic development.
     
  3. How much funding is available?
    Grants range from £500 to £2,500 for pilot projects or to enhance existing initiatives.
     
  4. Is this the sole funding for this project?
    If not, please expand on the additional match funding that you currently have or are in the process of applying for.
     
  5. Are there any restrictions on grants under £500?
    Yes, please note that grants under £500 may be subject to different guidelines or restrictions, which will be communicated upon application.
     
  6. When will we know if our project was selected?
    Notifications will be sent by March 31, 2025.
     
  7. How can I apply for a grant?
    Applications can be submitted through our online portal, where you will find detailed guidelines and forms.
     
  8. What happens if my application is unsuccessful?
    If your application is not successful, we encourage you to seek feedback and consider reapplying in future funding rounds.
     
  9. When is the application deadline?
    Please check our website for the latest application deadlines and any upcoming funding rounds.