CAREER PURSUIT

L a u n c h e d b y C h r i s W i l d ( H e a d o f A i r f i e l d O p e r a t i o n s a t Ma n c h e s t e r A i r p o r t ) a n d a t e am o f ama z i n g i n d u s t r y c o l l e a g u e s , A v i a t i o n A c t i o n i d e n t i f i e d t h a t me n t a l h e a l t h a n d c a r e e r s u p p o r t w a s m i s s i n g i n t h e a v i a t i o n i n d u s t r y . F i l l i n g t h i s g a p , A v i a t i o n A c t i o n i s a n e x c i t i n g n e w c h a r i t y t h a t b e g a n i n Ma y 2 0 2 0 . They feel safe in the knowledge that a peer will be more empathetic and accepting because of shared experiences. On initial contact with Aviation Action, we will make sure that the support an individual requires is planned and structured in a way that accommodates their needs. This may involve immediate support, peer- to-peer support or the utilisation of the charity’s professional support providers. Not only here to aid with mental health concerns, we offer employment advice, a free career starter webinar series, CV and interview webinars and many other resources to aid you through your career change. The Aviation Action website is packed with useful content, covering key topics to help and support the aviation industry as needed. In addition, there is a job section advertising various aviation positions across the UK and globally. To access the support that Aviation Action provides or to check out the latest events visit www.aviationaction.org. Aviation Action is a charity set up to support people in the aviation sector. We offer mental health, finance, recruitment, redundancy and family support to help you get through difficult times. We are here to support both civilian and military people who have worked in the aviation industry. At Aviation Action we understand that changes in personal and professional circumstances can negatively affect people's mental health. Aviation Action is designed to provide personal and professional support whilst understanding the specific challenges and pressures faced within the aviation industry. We believe that early prevention and awareness of mental health is the best way to be there for our aviation personnel. Aviation Action supports careers across the board, from aircrew and firefighters to air traffic controllers and engineers. The primary focus of the charity is to provide peer-to- peer support. Quite often, people find it easier to talk to a peer rather than a family member or doctor. AVIATION ACTION 48 C A R E E R P U R S U I T 2 0 2 0