Episode 1 – Introducing MB Teachers Unplugged!

Episode 1: Why the heck is MTS doing a Podcast? & Gender Equity in Education

Join us for the launch of MB Teachers Unplugged, the official podcast of the Manitoba Teachers’ Society. Zach Schnitzer he/him, former EAP Counsellor, now host, is joined by Anne Bennett she/her (5:28), department head of Communications and Contact Services at MTS to discuss why MTS is now branching out into this customizable, accessible, interactive, and fun medium. They talk about the state of Manitoba educators’ mental health and why now is the time for a podcast. Then Zach shares a bit about himself (16:43), including his own personal mental health journey. Finally, Lia Gervino she/her (22:18), Staff Officer in the Professional & French Language Services Department pops on to chat about her work to promote women in educational leadership positions. Lia also shares information on the MTS events Women in Educational Leadership (WEL) Symposium, Leaders Write, and Femlightenment.

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Resources:

1. HumanaCare: MTS HumanaCare – The Manitoba Teachers' Society (mbteach.org)
2. Free resource from CMHA for teachers. You can call and speak to Wellness Support Specialist who will guide you to the appropriate resource: Care for All in Education: Home - Care For All In Education
3. Almost MTS members can use Blue Cross, which provides $1500 per calendar year for counselling from a range of practitioners: Clinical psychologists, clinical counsellors, marriage & family therapists, psychotherapists, and social workers.