April 10, 2018 was the Annual Agricultural Awareness Day put on by the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences’ Agriculture Education,
A Center of Excellence Dedicated to
Agricultural Health and Safety in the Upper Midwest.
NORA Symposium
WORKPLACE HARASSMENT
THURSDAY, MAY 3
2:30pm – 5:30pm
MAYO MEMORIAL AUDITORIUM
University of Minnesota School of Public Health
FEATURED SPEAKER:
Fran Sepler
President, Sepler & Associates
Fran Sepler’s work focuses on civility and respect as the core tool for prevention of harassment, and how to create a culture of safety, respect and fairness in diverse workplaces. Her talk will look at bullying and uncivil behavior as corrosive, problematic and precursors to gendered harassment.
This event is FREE but registration is important.
Supporting Farmers in Stressful Times
Stress factors are on the rise for Minnesota farmers. Farmers and rural communities face unique stresses and emotional situations, including financial challenges, unpredictable weather, physically demanding work, and more.
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has new resources for Minnesota farmers, rural residents, family and friends, and agricultural advisors.
Farm & Rural Helpline
833-600-2670 (toll free)
The helpline is available to Minnesota farmers, rural residents, and anyone unsure of what to do about family or friends who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidal thoughts, or a mental health crisis.
This service is free, confidential, and open 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
FEATURED RESOURCES
UPCOMING EVENTS
Public Health Institute 2018
LOCATION: University of MN School of Public Health
WEBSITE: sph.umn.edu/academics/institutes/public-health-institute
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Education
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