Runa Uddin
About Runa Uddin
Runa Uddin is a Training and Consultancy Manager based in London, England, with a focus on mental health and wellbeing in the workplace. She has extensive experience in training and consultancy, having worked in various roles that emphasize employee advocacy and community collaboration.
Current Role as Training and Consultancy Manager
Runa Uddin has served as the Training and Consultancy Manager since 2021 in London, England. In this role, she focuses on providing tailored training and consultancy services, particularly in the area of mental health. Her innovative strategies have led to a significant increase in the recruitment of Employee Champions, achieving over 350% more each year. Uddin incorporates mindfulness techniques into her training outputs, aiming to enhance both wellbeing and productivity among participants.
Educational Background
Runa Uddin has a solid educational foundation in psychology and training. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology from The University of Sheffield, studying from 2000 to 2003. Additionally, she has pursued further training at Nuco Training, focusing on Safeguarding Children and Vulnerable Adults, and has completed the Safeguarding Instructor Training Course. Uddin is also studying at Advanced Training Academy, where she is working towards an Award in Education Training, which she began in 2019.
Previous Experience in Mental Health Advocacy
Before her current position, Runa Uddin held several roles that contributed to her expertise in mental health advocacy. She worked as a Senior Employer Champions Officer at Time to Change from 2016 to 2020, where she focused on promoting mental health awareness in the workplace. Uddin also served as a Senior Project Officer at Mind for five months in 2015, and as a Senior Service Delivery Manager at Victim Support from 2014 to 2015, managing teams and leading projects aimed at supporting victims of crime.
Innovative Training and Consultation Approaches
Runa Uddin has developed a unique framework designed to enhance mental health support for emergency personnel by fostering collaboration between emergency services and community organizations. She provides bespoke consultation and training as a Well-mentor at Wellment, emphasizing mental health in the workplace. Uddin also facilitates specialized training packages and networking events aimed at empowering Employee Champions to advocate for mental health.
Leadership and Team Management Skills
Throughout her career, Runa Uddin has demonstrated strong leadership and team management capabilities. She has managed teams of up to 20 individuals and has led multiple projects within the voluntary sector. Her experience includes developing training programs and initiatives that support mental health advocacy, showcasing her ability to drive impactful change in various organizational settings.