The latest from the Printing Charity
Starting a conversation with the Printing Charity
Solutions to problems that seem impossible are best addressed through open, honest conversation. At the Printing Charity, we are here to help people in print, paper, packaging, graphics and publishing through practical, emotional and financial...
Ways to Alleviate Stress: Tips for Everyone
The theme of 2024’s Stress Awareness Month, #LittleByLittle, highlights the transformative impact of consistent, small positive actions on overall well-being. It serves as a timely reminder to not only acknowledge stress but actively seek solutions...
Stress Awareness Month: Nurturing Wellbeing #LittleByLittle
April 2024 marks Stress Awareness Month, an annual reminder of the importance of not just acknowledging stress, but actively seeking ways to manage it effectively. According to a recent UK-wide stress survey conducted by Mental Health Foundation,...
Starting the conversation: advocating for mental wellbeing in our industry
Ricoh UK Sales Director Tanya Howe is a passionate advocate for wellbeing in the print industry, and a great ambassador for the Printing Charity’s work. Here, she explains her motivation for sharing information about the charity’s work with Ricoh’s...
Five ways to benefit from a portfolio of courses
Did you know that you can use a Rising Star Award to fund more than one course? The £1500 can be used for a combination of courses to support rounded development of complementary skills. Investing in a training course portfolio can be a great way...
How to face debt, manage spending, and get the help you need
Financial knowledge isn't always taught so it's easy for people to find themselves in debt without fully understanding the implications. While it may be tempting to ignore your financial situation, there are steps you can take to manage debt more...
How you can avoid being scammed
Your personal information is very valuable, and criminals are always coming up with elaborate new ways to make you part with it. Older people are often seen as easy targets and therefore need to be extra vigilant to scammers’ tactics. Follow and...
Talking mental health at Packaging Innovations 2024
Renan Joel, Divisional Director – UK & Global Packaging Portfolio at Easyfairs, speaks to us at Packaging Innovations 2024 about how working with The Printing Charity helps support mental wellbeing in the sector.For us, collaborating with The...
‘Being declined previously only made me want to apply again’ – lessons on perseverance
For 2023's Never Give Up Day, which focused on cultivating a mindset of determination, we spoke to 2023 Rising Star winner Ally Boldan, PR and Communications Lead at Instantprint (part of Bluetree Group), about perseverance - something she knows a...
Why encouraging ‘My whole self’ in the workplace is important
When people are able to bring their whole selves to work, they are more likely to experience a sense of belonging and fulfilment in their roles which has a positive impact on employee well-being. Mental Health First Aid England's initiative, My...