The Building Societies Association (BSA) has signed the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter.
The BSA said the move reaffirmed its commitment to supporting positive mental health and wellbeing across the mortgage sector.
Established in 2021, the charter brings together organisations from across the mortgage and wider property finance industry to help ensure that nobody feels they have to face mental health challenges alone.
Today, more than 400 organisations have signed the charter, representing over 30,000 people working across the sector.
BSA head of mortgage and housing policy Paul Broadhead said: “Building societies have always put people at the heart of what they do, whether that’s supporting members, colleagues or the communities they serve. Signing the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter is a natural extension of those values and reflects our commitment to helping create a more open, supportive and inclusive mortgage industry.”
Jason Berry, co-founder of the Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter and group sales director at Crystal Specialist Finance, said: “The mutual sector has always been built on strong community values and a people-first approach, making the BSA a natural partner in our mission to improve mental health and wellbeing across the mortgage industry.
“The support from Paul Broadhead and the wider BSA team is an important milestone for the charter. We hope it will encourage even more building societies to get involved, share best practice and help create healthier, more supportive workplaces across our sector. Together, we can continue breaking down stigma, encouraging open conversations and ensuring everyone knows that support is available when they need it.”
The Mortgage Industry Mental Health Charter works with organisations across the mortgage and property finance sector to promote better mental health through awareness, education, collaboration and practical support.
Alongside industry research and guidance, the Charter delivers initiatives including Mental Health First Aid training, educational webinars, networking opportunities and wellbeing events throughout the year.
