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06/18/2026

Measure. Benchmark. Improve.

The NIOSH Worker Well-Being Questionnaire (WellBQ) is a free, evidence-based tool designed to help organizations assess workforce well-being and identify opportunities for improvement.

The questionnaire takes about 15 minutes to complete and can be used alongside organizational metrics such as turnover, injury rates, and healthcare costs to provide a more complete picture of worker well-being.

Through the HERO Worker Well-Being Clearinghouse, organizations can also contribute anonymous data to support benchmarking and research.

Learn more: https://hero-health.org/hero-worker-well-being-clearinghouse/

06/11/2026

Help advance the conversation around well-being leadership in higher education.

The American College Health Association is currently seeking well-being/wellness executive leaders in higher education to participate in a national survey study intended to explore and define the emerging role of Well-Being/Wellness Executives within higher education institutions.

📝 15–30 minute survey
🎁 Optional raffle for one of five $100 Amazon gift cards

Take the survey: https://elon.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VnQYiIFu8ZnTQa

06/09/2026

Financial stress affects nearly every workplace, but are we addressing the root causes?

Join us for HERO's Summer Think Tank on July 15, a virtual members-only convening focused on one of the most pressing well-being challenges facing organizations today.

Together, we'll explore:
• Who financial well-being programs are really designed for
• Why employees often don't use available resources
• What meaningful measurement looks like beyond participation rates
• How to build a stronger business case for financial well-being

This interactive discussion will bring together employers, researchers, consultants, and thought leaders to share practical insights and evidence-based approaches.

📅 July 15, 2026
⏰ 1:00–5:00 PM ET
💻 Virtual | HERO Members Only

Register today: https://healthenhancementresearchorganizationhero.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/OOFlKbWIaCqCD

06/04/2026

Have a well-being strategy, success story, or lesson learned worth sharing?

HERO is now accepting proposals for the virtual 2026 University Summit on October 20.

We're looking for practical, evidence-based presentations that help higher education leaders:

• Demonstrate the value of well-being
• Align initiatives with institutional priorities
• Sustain momentum through change
• Build stronger cultures of well-being

📅 Proposal Deadline: July 6

Submit your proposal today and join the conversation: https://hero-health.org/event/hero-university-summit-2026/

05/29/2026

There’s a lot happening at HERO!

Upcoming events. New learning opportunities. Research insights. Member updates. Future conference announcements.

If you haven't read the May Briefs yet, now's the perfect time to catch up and see what's ahead for the HERO community.

📖 Read the full May Briefs: https://conta.cc/4uudIx8

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05/21/2026

From awareness to action—what actually gets people moving at work?

Join us on June 3 (12–1 PM CT) for a practical webinar on how smarter messaging and social connection can transform physical activity from a solo task into a shared experience.

💡 Learn how to:
✔️ Reframe movement around energy, mood, and stress relief
✔️ Use social connection to drive engagement
✔️ Build programs that strengthen workplace culture

Featuring:
Tyler Prochnow, PhD
Emily Mailey, PhD
Hosted by Paul Terry, PhD

Register now: https://hero-health.org/upcoming-webinars/

05/12/2026

Join the Physical Activity Alliance 2026 “Move In May” Strava Challenge!

Celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month by completing 600 minutes of movement between May 1–31 and earn your badge.

That’s just 150 minutes per week—the science-backed amount to improve overall well-being and reduce health risks.

Open to everyone—invite your friends, family, and colleagues and get moving together.

👉 Join the challenge + spread the word: https://www.strava.com/challenges/Move-in-May-Challenge

05/07/2026

Built on a legacy of integrity, health, and equity.

The Dexter Shurney, MD Well-being Fellowship has officially reached its initial $100K goal—fueling the next generation of leaders in well-being.

Now, we’re setting our sights on $500K to grow this impact even further.

📅 First award presented: November 8 at the HERO CMO Summit
📢 Applications + guidelines launching in May

Join us in continuing Dr. Shurney’s vision.

05/04/2026

What’s new in this month’s briefs?

• Workplace well-being trends for 2026
• Global employee engagement insights
• AI’s role in workplace support
• Updates on HERO research + upcoming initiatives

Quick reads. Real insights.

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03/31/2026

Are employees thriving—or just getting by?

The latest HERO Briefs explore new data, research, and ideas shaping the future of workplace well-being.

Don’t miss what leaders are paying attention to right now.

🔗 Read more:

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