World Mental Health Day: A Call to Action to Support Your Employees' Mental Well-being

An effective employee recognition programme will empower your team and retain your talents. (Photo: Freepik)

Every year on 10 October, World Mental Health Day reminds us that mental health is not just a personal concern – it’s a collective responsibility. For employers, it’s a timely opportunity to reflect on how workplace culture and benefits can better support the mental well-being of their teams.

In Singapore, the urgency is clear. According to the Ministry of Manpower (MOM), 1 in 3 workers reported experiencing work-related stress or burnout in 2024. This data, gathered through the iWorkHealth assessment tool, highlights the growing need for proactive mental health support in the workplace. And while many companies have begun implementing wellness initiatives, only a third offer formal programmes, leaving significant room for improvement.

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Table of Contents

1. Why Mental Health Support Is A Business Imperative

2. How Tribe Can Help Companies Take The Next Step

3. Aligning With National Strategies

4. What Employers Can Do This World Mental Health Day

5. Final Thoughts

Why Mental Health Support Is A Business Imperative

Mental health challenges can lead to absenteeism, disengagement, and high turnover – issues that directly impact productivity and profitability. Recognising this, MOM has rolled out several initiatives, including the Tripartite Advisory on Mental Health and Well-being at Workplaces, which provides practical guidance for employers to foster healthier work environments.

The advisory encourages companies to:

• Conduct regular assessments of employee mental well-being.

• Train managers to spot signs of distress.

• Implement flexible work arrangements.

• Establish after-hours communication policies.

• Support return-to-work transitions for employees recovering from mental health conditions.

These measures are not only compassionate – they’re strategic. A mentally healthy workforce is more resilient, innovative, and loyal.

How Tribe Can Help Companies Take The Next Step

For companies looking to go beyond compliance and truly champion mental wellness, Tribe’s wellness platform offers a powerful solution.

Tribe enables organisations to:

• Offer flexible benefits that employees can customise to suit their mental health needs, whether that’s therapy sessions, mindfulness apps, or fitness memberships.

• Gamify wellness through TribeGO, a platform that turns health goals into engaging challenges, boosting participation and morale.

• Access curated wellness services via Tribe Marketplace, including mental wellness workshops, or gym and yoga memberships.

• Streamline benefit management with TribeCard, a digital wallet that simplifies how employees access and use their rewards.

• Access Employee Assisted Programme (EAP) through our trusted wellness partner.

In fact, we have highlighted seven money-saving advantages of flexible benefits, including better cost control, improved employee satisfaction, and reduced turnover. By giving employees the freedom to choose, companies ensure that every dollar spent on benefits delivers real value. 

Aligning With National Strategies

Tribe’s approach aligns seamlessly with Singapore’s national efforts. As of early 2025, over 28,000 employees have accessed mental well-being workshops under MOM’s Total Workplace Safety and Health (WSH) Programme. Tribe can help companies scale these efforts by integrating similar offerings into their own wellness ecosystems. 

World Mental Health Day is celebrated annually on 10 October: a day to raise awareness of mental health issues and mobilise efforts in support of mental health. (Photo: Freepik)

Moreover, Tribe’s platform supports the goals of the Well-being Champions Network, which encourages companies to exchange best practices and receive subsidised training. With Tribe, organisations can easily appoint internal wellness champions and equip them with the tools to drive meaningful change.

What Employers Can Do This World Mental Health Day

Here are a few steps to consider:

• Review your current benefits: Are they flexible enough to meet diverse mental health needs?

• Break the stigma: Foster open conversations and create a safe space where employees feel comfortable seeking support without fear of judgment.

• Explore Tribe’s offerings: From digital tools to curated wellness services, Tribe makes it easy to support employee well-being.

• Launch a wellness challenge: Use gamification to engage your team in a fun, mental health-focused activity.

• Schedule a demo: Tribe’s consultants can help you design a wellness programme tailored to your goals and budget.

Final Thoughts

World Mental Health Day is a call to action. By embracing flexible benefits and wellness programmes, companies can create a culture where employees feel seen, supported, and empowered to thrive.

Let Tribe help you build that culture. Because when your people feel good, your business does too.