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Well-Being & Mental Health

You are not alone.

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Many migrant workers feel stressed, lonely, or overwhelmed at times. This is common, and it does not mean something is wrong with you. HAVN is here to support your mental and emotional well-being in ways that feel safe, simple, and human.
 

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What is Mental Health?

Mental health is about how you feel on the inside and how you cope with everyday life. It shapes your ability to handle stress and connect with others, affecting how you move through the world each day.

How Are You Feeling?

Guide for Improved Well-Being

This guide shares simple actions that many migrant workers find helpful. You do not need to do everything. Even one small step can help. The guide includes measures on all the following topics:

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WELL-BEING ACTIVITIES BY HAVN

HAVN organises safe and supportive activities focused on mental well-being.

 

What we offer:

  • Workshops with doctors and psychologists

  • Guides on stress and emotional health

  • Community activities to reduce isolation

  • Opportunities for others to share their experiences

 

Who it is for:

Migrant workers who want a safe space to learn, share, or listen

 

How to join:

  • Check the HAVN Events page

  • Contact HAVN directly for upcoming sessions

SUPPORTING OUR MIGRANT WORKERS

FOR EMPLOYERS AND COMMUNITY

Why Mental Well-Being Matters

Migrant workers may face long hours, physical exhaustion, separation from family, language barriers, and fear of job loss. These stresses can affect sleep, focus, mood, and health. Support from employers and the community makes a real difference.

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How Employers Can Help

Create a respectful workplace:

  • Speak calmly and clearly

  • Avoid shouting or humiliation

  • Allow questions without fear

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Support rest and recovery:

  • Follow rest day rules

  • Avoid unnecessary overtime

  • Allow breaks during long or demanding work

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Notice warning signs:

  • Withdrawal, sudden mood changes, poor concentration, or ongoing pain may signal stress, not laziness.

  • Respond with care

  • Speak privately, listen without blame, and offer support options. 

  • Know when to refer

  • Encourage professional help for ongoing sleep problems, intense anxiety, hopelessness, or extreme stress.

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For Supporters and Community Members

You do not need special training to help.

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Simple ways to support

  • Listen without judgment

  • Be patient and respectful

  • Check in regularly

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Encourage connection:

  • Include migrant workers in activities, create safe spaces for conversation, and reduce isolation, especially on rest days.

  • Share reliable information

  • Help workers understand where to get support and avoid spreading rumours or misinformation.

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When Urgent Help Is Needed

If someone seems overwhelmed or at risk, encourage immediate help, contact emergency services if needed, and reach out to trained organisations.

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