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New Report: API Mental Health at Work
November 2024
Ascend has released the final in a 3-part series of reports focused on the state of API mental health and well-being in the workplace and beyond. The series of reports addresses unique cultural stressors like the rise of anti-Asian hate in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as universal themes like work-life balance, gender inequities, and how companies can support the well-being of employees.
Cultivating Well-being in the Workplace: Mental Health for Asian and Pacific Islander Professionals
Ascend has released the final in a 3-part series of reports focused on the state of API mental health and well-being in the workplace and beyond. This report, titled Mental Health for Asian and Pacific Islander Professionals: Cultivating Well-being in the Workplace, explores how organizations and leaders can effectively support the mental health and well-being of their workforce by outlining recommendations that challenge them to go beyond surface-level efforts to implement truly impactful initiatives and policies.
Unpacking the Challenges: Mental Health for Asian and Pacific Islander Professionals
Ascend has released the second in a 3-part series of reports focused on the state of API mental health and well-being in the workplace and beyond. This report, titled Mental Health for Asian and Pacific Islander Professionals: Unpacking the Challenges, takes a deeper look at the unique cultural stressors facing our API community, and offers data-based insights on ways we can promote a culture of wellness both within our organizations and across generations.
Understanding Our Diverse Needs: Mental Health for Asian and Pacific Islander Professionals
Ascend has released the first in a 3-part series of reports focused on the state of API mental health and well-being in the workplace and beyond. This report, titled Mental Health for Asian and Pacific Islander Professionals: Understanding our Diverse Needs, addresses unique cultural stressors like the rise of anti-Asian hate in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as universal themes like work-life balance, gender inequities, and how companies can support the well-being of employees.