Mental health affects how we live, work, connect, and grow. At Wise, our Mental Wellbeing Champions remind us that no one needs to have all the answers—but we can all be part of the support system. Each of our Mental Wellbeing Champions is a certified Mental Health First Aider, ensuring they are equipped with the relevant knowledge to support their peers effectively. 

Our champions promote open, constructive conversations about mental wellbeing, paving the way for a more inclusive environment. Their efforts to raise awareness and encourage positive mental health practices through one-to-one conversations and sharing resources, help create a supportive space where employees feel safe to share their experiences and seek help when needed.

We have recently launched a new cohort of fully trained champions. Hear from a few of them about what the role means to them.

Oleg is an Engineer - a sector in which he says mental health isn’t commonly spoken about. Now, as a Mental Wellbeing Champion, Oleg sees an opportunity to offer support. “I can recognise small things in engineering teams that others may not notice and I may be able to help.” He is an advocate for bringing your authentic self to work—because when we feel safe to be ourselves, we thrive.

“At work, we spend eight hours a day showing up. It matters that we feel safe, resilient, and understood.” In Brussels, Syb is the first to take on the Mental Wellbeing Champion role—something he hopes will help foster more open conversations. His goal is simple but powerful: reduce stigma around mental health, help Wisers navigate tough days, and remind everyone that they’re not alone.

Now, she wants to be the kind of person she once needed. “Supporting others is a two-way journey,” she shares. In a region where she says mental health is often misunderstood, Shahirah is focused on building awareness and creating safer spaces for open dialogue—particularly if someone is struggling with bereavement. Her goal is to listen better, support smarter, and make a real difference in how we show up for one another.