E12 Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) Mental Health Initiatives: Insights from Tara Puckey & Christen DeBard

The Compassionate Newsroom

Dr. Kortni Alston Lemon talks with Radio Television Digital News Association's (RTDNA) Tara Puckey and Christen DeBard about the importance of mental health support in newsrooms, emphasizing the need for a supportive and empathetic culture. They explore innovative self-care practices at conferences, the significance of building relationships within teams, and the implementation of mental health strategies. The discussion also touches on future initiatives for mental health awareness.

Takeaways

Mental health support is crucial in journalism.
Self-care practices can enhance workplace wellbeing.
Empathy and collaboration are key to a supportive culture.
Building relationships fosters team success.
Mental health strategies should be integrated into training.
Compassionate leadership involves understanding team members' needs.
Self-care activities can be fun and engaging.
Leaders must prioritize their own mental health.
Creating a culture of care improves journalism quality.
Future initiatives will focus on mental health awareness.

Chapters

00:00 The Importance of Leadership in Journalism
04:16 Humanizing the Workplace
06:37 Mental Health Conversations in Newsrooms
09:03 Creating Supportive Work Environments
11:44 Innovative Approaches to Self-Care
14:25 Building Genuine Relationships at Work
15:09 New Chapter

Links Mentioned

Radio Television Digital News Association (RTDNA) Website

Compassionate Newsroom Website