Fiona Lewis

ALT Join our physical activity and mental health event! We're joined by Professor Larissa Davies, Professor of Applied Sport Economics, and Stuart Campbell, Director of the World Athletics Indoor Championships 2024. The event takes place on November 29th (10AM - 12:30PM) at the University of Edinburgh (Playfair Library Hall). The event is free, but book your tickets ahead!

ALT Hazel McIlwraith, Director of Fundraising and Major Appeal at SAMH; Colin Jackson CBE; Rangers players Cyriel Dessers and Jane Ross; Richard Brown, a Changing Room participant; and Connal Cochrane, Chief Executive of the Rangers Charity Foundation pose with a SAMH x Rangers logo on the pitch at Ibrox.

ALT Are you aged 12-23 and ready to change young people's mental health in Scotland? Apply to our first ever young people's panel!

ALT Drag & Dine with a purpose - The lunch event you don't want to miss! With your host Baga Chipz and your DJ Cassi from Clyde 1. Event taking place Saturday 2 November, 12PM to 5PM at Platform, Glasgow.

ALT You don't need to apologise or justify anything. It's okay to take a career break to prioritise your health. You also don't need to fully disclose any condition unless reasonable adjustments are required.

ALT Focus on the 'here and now'. Steer the conversation towards your current state and enthusiasm for the role. For example, you could say: "After a period of prioritising my health, I'm now excited to bring my full focus to this role."

ALT Emphasise positive learnings. While prolonged absence due to your mental or physical health is difficult, you can spin positives from these experiences. For example, you could highlight your resilience, self-awareness skills, or a renewed sense of purpose.

ALT Keep it brief, if easier. You don't need to provide every detail. It's enough to acknowledge that you took some time out to focus on your health, and that's enough!