Description: Water and wastewater professionals face significant pressures—long hours, emergency response, regulatory demands, and staffing challenges—that can take a toll on mental health. Smaller utilities often lack formal HR support or employee assistance programs, making mental health awareness and practical tools even more important. This session explores simple, easy-to-implement strategies to support co-workers, reduce stigma, and strengthen workplace culture. Participants will leave with practical steps and accessible mental health resources they can use right away to build a healthier, more resilient workforce.

Presenters: Brian Bohnsack, PhD, Program Manager at Wichita State University Environmental Finance Center, and Nancy Spangler, PhD, President at Spangler Associates Inc.

Certificate: This webinar has NOT been submitted for approval of continuing education credit. We can provide a certificate of attendance to eligible attendees, but cannot guarantee it will meet your PDH or CEU requirements.

Who Should Attend:

• Managers, owners, and operators of community water systems and wastewater treatment systems
• Decision-makers for water and wastewater utilities, including mayors, finance officers, utility managers, public works directors, city councilors, board members, tribal council members, and clerks
• Consultants and technical assistance providers serving water and wastewater systems

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