Guardian offers mental support to journalists after shocking US election results
The Guardian newspaper starts mental-health program for staff following Trumpʼs return to presidency. Multiple US universities and businesses react to election results with unique support measures
After this weeks shocking election results Katharine Viner the Guardians editor-in-chief sent out an internal memo offering mental-health support to its workforce. The paper wants to help staff deal with what they call an upsetting political outcome (which includes free counselling services and team support)
With Trump months away from taking office again – with dramatic implications for wars in Ukraine and the Middle East‚ the health of American democracy‚ reproductive rights‚ inequality and‚ perhaps most of all‚ our collective environmental future
The news-outlet emphasized its commitment to un-biased reporting; stating theyʼll continue fact-based coverage despite potential push-back from the White House. A company rep explained that their employee assistance programme isnt just about the election but works year-round
US universities created unique ways to help students process the election outcome:
- Uni of Oregon brought in Quacktavious the therapy duck
- Georgetown Uni offered lego-building and coloring activities
- Uni of Michigan set up art-therapy sessions
The news hit international media hard - German magazine Die Zeit posted a one-word not-safe-for-work reaction while some US stores closed for what they called a day of collective grief. The Guardian maintains its ready to face upcoming political changes with well-funded independent journalism
