Welcome to the Highland-Fayette-Clinton Safety Council
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Wednesday, November 5th: NAMI StigmaFree Workplace

Presented by:  
National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) of Southwest Ohio

Time: 11:30AM Registration Opens, 12PM - 1PM Presentation
​Where: Southern Ohio Educational Service Center, 3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington, OH 45177
RSVP by November 3rd: CLICK HERE

Cost: Meeting registration (includes attendance and lunch) is $25/per person (cash, check, credit accepted at door; pre-paid options available - see below!)

Who to Invite: (EVERYONE!!!)
In addition to your primary Safety Council representative, we encourage you to invite any employees who would benefit from this month's topic!

​About our Presentation: 
The NAMI StigmaFree Workplace initiative is designed to help employers foster a culture that prioritizes mental health, reduces stigma, and supports employee well-being. By engaging in this program, organizations demonstrate their commitment to creating a safe, inclusive, and supportive work environment where employees feel empowered to talk about mental health without fear of judgment or discrimination.

Through education, awareness, and action, the StigmaFree Workplace provides companies with tools and resources to:

  • Build understanding and compassion around mental health challenges.
  • Equip leaders and staff with strategies to reduce stigma and support one another.
  • Encourage open conversations that normalize mental health as part of overall wellness.
  • Implement policies and practices that foster resilience and belonging in the workplace.

Becoming a StigmaFree Workplace not only benefits employees but also strengthens organizations by improving morale, productivity, and retention. Together, we can create workplaces where everyone feels valued and supported—no matter their mental health journey.

HFC Safety Council Schedule: 2025/2026
**Meeting details subject to change.**

UPCOMING MEETINGS (stay tuned for more details!):

The HFC Safety Council meets on the First Wednesday of the month from 11:30AM to 1PM. We rotate between Hillsboro (Highland), Washington Court House (Fayette), and Wilmington (Clinton) locations. 

Highland: Southern State Community College, Room 107, 100 Hobart Drive, Hillsboro, Ohio 45133

Fayette: The Depot on Main, 215 South Main Street, Washington CH, OH 43160
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Clinton: Southern Ohio Educational Service Center (SOESC), 3321 Airborne Road, Wilmington, OH 45177

MORE DETAILS TO BE ANNOUNCED SOON!

Sept. 10, 2025 (deviation from 1st Wednesday schedule) at Southern State Community College: Violence Prevention
Oct. 1, 2025 at The Depot on Main: Working with law enforcement Nov. 5, 2025 at SOESC: Stigma Free - NAMI
Dec. 3, 2025 at Southern State Community College: Forklift Safety Jan. 7, 2026 at The Depot on Main: Generational Engagement and Safety​
Feb. 4, 2026 VIRTUAL: Disaster Preparedness
March 4, 2026 at Southern State Community College: From Resistance to Results
April 1, 2026 at The Depot on Main: Brad Hurtig
May 6, 2026 at SOESC: TBA
June 3, 2026 at Southern State Community College: Highland Drug Task Force


PRE-PAID OPTION: 

We will be accepting pre-payments for meeting registration (previously known as "lunch payments") during the 2025/2026 HFC Safety Council year from September 2025 to June 2026 on an on-demand basis. The cost of meeting attendance (which includes lunch!) will remain at $25 per person and there will be no credit given at the end of the year for unused meeting registrations.

Please reach out to Kristy Bowers, Fayette Chamber of Commerce, directly at [email protected] or 740-335-0761 to arrange your pre-paid registration details!
The Highland-Fayette-Clinton (HFC) Safety Council provides our tri-county business community with quality programs addressing occupational safety and health, workers’ compensation, and risk management education and information. As a member, you’ll stay informed on the latest safety techniques, products, and services from qualified experts representing a wide range of occupational fields.

Non-members are welcome to join us for meetings to learn more about the Council and how they can become formally involved!

Participating in the HFC Safety Council can help you: 

• Learn techniques for increasing safety in your workplace
• Learn how to better manage your workers’ compensation program
• Network with other employers in your community 
• Access useful workers’ compensation and risk management information
• Earn a safety council rebate in addition to other discounts


​Thousands of Ohio employers benefit from the education, resource sharing, and premium savings which result from actively participating in their local safety council monthly meetings. And you can join them. View all the Safety Council Requirements Here*


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