ScotlandIS, the organisation driving the digital transformation of business and society in Scotland, has announced a partnership with Frog Systems to prioritise mental health support for the country’s tech sector.
The partnership will enable ScotlandIS members to get 20% discounted access to Ashia, Frog’s innovative wellbeing streaming service. More than 33,000 staff could benefit from the partnership which aims to tackle the emerging mental health challenges across the tech industry.
ScotlandIS CEO, Karen Meechan, said: “More than anything else, the Scottish tech sector relies on its incredibly talented people to drive the industry’s growth. Our global reputation for innovation and technological development is based on the skills we are able to attract and retain. That’s why it’s so important for businesses to support and protect their staff. It will be particularly beneficial for organisations on tighter budgets, where offering health insurance for employees isn’t always feasible. Driving a culture of wellbeing doesn’t just mean providing good pay and traditional benefits – it goes further than that.
“A recent combination of skills shortages, job loss and a turbulent economic climate has sent stress levels across the Scottish tech sector soaring in recent months. This means it has never been more important for employers to do everything they can to support staff mental health. With Ashia, we hope our members will be better equipped to support their staff in the months ahead.”
Frog Systems has developed the first wellbeing streaming platform to combine on-demand lived experience video content, signposting and benefits, to help people improve their mental health and wellbeing.
Called Ashia, which means life and hope, it is a safe digital space where people gain the information and confidence to make positive changes.
With growing waiting lists for individuals to see doctors and counsellors, Ashia is trusted by a growing number of businesses and membership organisations to provide preventative and personalised wellbeing support that helps their people to help themselves.
Phil Worms, Chief Executive Officer at Frog Systems said: “For far too long we’ve relied on wellbeing solutions that are designed for big business, which offer ‘point of crisis’ support, are difficult to administer and don’t engage employees.
“We believe that workplace wellbeing is a right and should be available to everyone, which is why we created Ashia. Working with ScotlandIS we are providing an affordable way for its members to help their staff lead happier and healthier lives and foster a positive and sustainable future for Scotland’s digital economy.”
Find out more about how Frog Systems can support your business or membership organisation.
