Businesses and nonprofits of all sizes and industries can aspire to provide a healthy workplace. Through the Chamber’s Workplace Wellness Certification, organizations can measure their progress and get recognition for innovation and excellence in promoting a culture of health in the workplace.
The certification cycle spans two years and certifications range from Honorable Mention to Platinum, based on the pillars of health outlined by the World Health Organization. Healthy KC has presented Workplace Wellness Certification since 2015.
The Personal Health Resources pillar encompasses more traditional workplace wellness efforts. There range from employee benefits, to physical activity and healthy eating policies, to tobacco cessation initiatives.
The Psychosocial Work Environment pillar focuses on the parts of employee experience that are intangible. An organization’s culture and emphasis on mental well-being are included in this pillar.
The Enterprise Community Involvement pillar examines how the broader community impacts employee wellbeing, and how a company impacts the health of the community it operates in. This pillar encompasses DEI efforts, as well as policies such as giving and paid volunteer time.
The Work Environment pillar refers to the physical work environment including water and air quality, ergonomic choices, and location. This pillar encompasses the design-build components of a work space.
Resources for You & Your Workplace
Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce
30 West Pershing Road, Suite 301
Kansas City, MO 64108-2423
(816) 221-2424
Membership in the Greater Kansas City Chamber of Commerce aligns your company with the region’s largest and most influential Chamber and immediately strengthens your ability to succeed.
