Millions of workers are affected by some type of neurodiversity, such as ADHD, autism, or dyslexia. If you’re neurodivergent, you deserve the support you need to do the job you’re qualified to do. And it’s being increasingly recognized that everyone benefits from supporting neurodiversity.

If you’re fearing for your own safety—or the safety of your loved ones—amidst the rise in hate crimes against Asian Americans, you know that fear can have a big impact on your sense of well-being. And if your workplace isn’t supportive, you may feel especially isolated. Your mental health matters. Empower Work is here to help.

April 22, 2022, the annual Day of Silence, aims to reclaim the silence and erasure so often forced upon LGBTQ+ people: students, educators, and allies take a vow to not speak, demonstrating the impact of LGBTQ+ people being silenced. In a year when LGBTQ+ rights are already under attack—from the discriminatory “Don’t Say Gay” bill signed into law in Florida to the classification of gender-affirming care as child abuse in Texas—the Day of Silence feels more urgent than ever. And the impact of these rulings isn’t just being felt in schools. People of all ages have been feeling on edge, unsupported, and worried in response. At Empower Work, we talk with people every day who are struggling with these feelings at work, feeling targeted because of who they are and unable to seek support. We believe no one should feel like they have nowhere to turn. That’s why we’re here to help.

The American workplace was unprepared for the COVID-19 pandemic and the effect it would have on workers. Employees report being more stressed, more anxious about financial well-being, and more worried about their physical and mental health than ever. So how can our workplaces protect our mental health in 2021 and beyond?

COVID-19 has changed the workplace for employees across the United States. At many businesses, there are new safety guidelines for workers to follow that may cause confusion. In some cases, employers are not following COVID-19 safety guidelines, putting workers at risk. Here are some COVID-19 safety challenges that workers may encounter in the workplace and resources to help.