Mentally healthy workplaces: Managing change and disruption guide

All workplaces are affected by change and disruption. From natural disasters, such as fires and floods, to major adverse events, such as cybercrime, many Australian workplaces have been transformed by major disruptions in recent years.  Poorly managed change can erode internal motivation and even reduce people’s commitment.  

This guide helps organisations better understand the impact of disruption and how to plan and undertake change management to support people in the workplace. It is complimented by Stories from the field: case studies of managing change and disruption.

It provides evidence-based practical guidance at each key stage, at both organisational and team level: 

• Before disruption – how you can prepare to recover 
• During disruption – responding to impacts  
• After disruption – how you can support recovery 

A 2-page quick reference guide is also available for this resource in the following languages: English, Arabic, Chinese simplified (Mandarin), Chinese traditional (Cantonese), Greek, Korean, Vietnamese.

The guide was developed through the National Workplace Initiative.