Mental Health Motivational Speaker to Help Break Mental Health Stigma & Empower Your People with Healthy Coping Skills
1 in 4 people in the UK experience a mental health problem each year. 79% of employees say they’ve experienced burnout at work.
That’s according to stats by Mind UK.
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And yet, so many still suffer in silence. As a mental health speaker, I use my personal story and professional expertise to break that silence, de-stigmatise mental health and normalise the conversation, and inspire lasting change in workplaces, schools and communities.
“Jillian’s mental health keynote at our corporate retreat last year was transformative. Her story and the tools she shared with our teams evidently contributed to the reduced employee stress and boost in performance we enjoyed in the subsequent quarter, based on our survey to gauge the impact of our employee wellness programmes. Would love to have her over for another session in future.”
Sarah Thompson, HR Director, Bank of England
Why I speak about mental health
Growing up in the slums of Calcutta, I faced poverty, trauma and loss that most people only read about. I lost siblings to malnutrition, endured relentless adversity and lived through the unimaginable. But I also learned how powerful the human spirit can be when it chooses hope over despair.
Today, I speak not just to share my story, but to help others find strength in their own. As a motivational mental health speaker, I aim to spark transformation in how we understand and support mental wellness.
The Mental Health Foundation reports that 70% of UK employees have experienced workplace stress severe enough to impact their mental wellness.
Inviting a mental health speaker like me can make a difference beyond removing stigma surrounding mental health. My keynotes will resonate with diverse audiences, including:
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Companies: I help organisations reduce burnout, curb absenteeism, improve workplace wellness and boost morale.
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Educational Institutions: I equip students and faculty with actionable strategies to manage and deal with mental health issues. This is vital when 1 in 4 students report mental health issues (Mental Health Foundation, 2023).
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Women’s Groups: I empower women with resilience and self-care strategies. These include women leaders, women’s networks within organisations, independent women groups, as well as professional women and individuals.
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Healthcare Organisations: I support and promote mental wellness among healthcare staff, including nurses, caregivers, physicians, public health workers and medical assistants.
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Non-profits: I inspire communities facing mental health challenges.
Whether I’m speaking at a corporate event, a healthcare facility, a university, conference or community centre, I tailor every keynote to meet your audience and their unique needs – which I take the time to understand in advance.
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That’s why my sessions are known for being enlightening, inspiring and empowering at the same time.
Past Clients Include
“The Cambridge University International Development Society (CUiD) was delighted to host Jillian Haslam as a speaker on adversity and the power of mindset.She detailed her fascinating story of how she was able to rise within the ranks of the Bank of America and RBS, to how today she is committed to helping people overcome their setbacks and master their mindset. Her experience fascinated the staff and student fraternity at CUiD, not merely because of the instinctive appeal of her rags-to-riches tale, but the mental fortitude it takes to achieve success after such a harrowing experience.It is no Cinderella story, but rather emphasises the value of hard work and sheer courage. Mental health issues, gender and racial discrimination are at the forefront of our problems as higher institutions today – and indeed in many other sectors worldwide. Jillian’s dedication to empowering the masses is evident and crucial to bringing these problems to light. We hope that she continues her excellent work and reaches as many people and institutions as possible.”
Shachi Amdekar
President, CUiD UK & Senior Policy Advisor on Economic Resilience, Cabinet Office
What I Offer as a Mental Health Keynote Speaker
I’m not just a speaker on mental health: I’m a global advocate for resilience and mental wellness. My journey of adversity to success, combined with my professional expertise, makes me a unique and trusted voice.
Here’s why event organisers choose me as their mental health awareness speaker:​
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Authentic Storytelling: My rise from poverty to corporate success and a TEDx stage inspires and resonates deeply with many.
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Professional Expertise: I bring 23 years of experience working at corporate level with some of the world’s biggest banks, which has given me a front-row seat into the challenges professionals go through. My philanthropy, social welfare initiatives and extensive work with schools and universities has also exposed me to the vulnerabilities and challenges facing the youth.​
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Customised Keynotes: I partner closely with event organisers to understand their audience needs properly, then tailor talks or organise workshops unique to organisations, corporate teams, students, or members of other institutions.
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​Proven Impact: I’ve transformed audiences at some of the most notable institutions in Europe and beyond, including the Bank of England, PwC, Novo Nordisk and more, through workshops and insightful speeches that effectively address mental health and provide audience members with practical tools that they can apply in their real-life experiences.
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​Global Recognition: I’ve been featured extensively in mainstream media and publications, including Newsweek, The Telegraph and BBC; and awarded a Kirkus Star for my book, A Voice Out of Poverty.​
Get in touch with me today to request a quote or discuss your mental health motivational speaker needs.
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Mental Health Matters. Here’s Why
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Businesses with mental health wellness programmes see up to 30% lower absenteeism and 12% higher productivity. (ResearchGate)
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76% of employees report experiencing burnout at least sometimes, with 28% reporting suffering from burnout “very often” or “always”. (Gallup)
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1 in 5 young people has a diagnosable mental health condition, yet many go untreated. (United Nations)
Clearly, mental health is not just an individual issue. It’s an issue that permeates across all critical aspects of society. This is why normalising the conversation is essential, and a mental health keynote speaker can help you do just that.
“Jillian did an amazing job in linking her personal story and experience to the business context that people encounter on a daily basis. The power of Jillian’s approach is that it can talk to any culture, background and experience.”
Silvère Aubriot
Novo Nordisk, Denmark
“Jillian's talk deeply moved and inspired every single person in the audience. Jillian does not 'just motivate', she inspires. She does not 'just talk', she lives and breathes her vision of changing the world for the better. Hire Jillian to manage your event, do it now!”
Lenka Lutonska
Advantage Woman Founder, UK
​“Jillian’s mental health keynote was the highlight of our conference. Her tools transformed our team’s approach to wellness.”
Lisa Patel
Event Organiser, World Affairs Council