1-30 September 2024
STEP up as an organisation this September! Move 10,000 steps together each day, and connect your employees across teams, departments and offices with one virtual, inclusive, and fun challenge in support of people with cerebral palsy!
EXPERIENCE THE BENEFITS
80%
Saw a positive impact on team work & team connection.
83%
Saw an increase in employees’ health & well-being.
71%
Saw an increase in awareness & interest in accessibility, disability, equity & inclusion.
Source: More Strategic, STEPtember 2023 Results.
"During September we started weekly walks with colleagues. This has been such a brilliant and easy way of getting to know people from different departments at the same time as refuelling yourself with fresh air, thoughts and energy.”
- Ulrika, Procurement Specialist, Miele Australia Pty Ltd
STEPTEMBER X R U OK? COLLABORATION
STEP UP & CHECK IN
12 SEPTEMBER FROM 12PM
We’re so proud to announce that STEPtember & R U OK? are joining forces to create even more IMPACT this September!
Every move you make, every conversation you start, and every dollar you raise, will support the 1 in 3 children with cerebral palsy who will experience at least one mental health condition.
We’re inviting you, and your colleagues, friends and family to join us in the following:
STEP UP & CHECK IN WALK
Use the walk as a chance to get some fresh air and have an open chat with a colleague.
More tips on how to ask 'Are you ok?' coming soon!
JOIN THE AMBASSADOR WEBINAR
Hear eye-opening experiences from STEPtember and R U OK? Ambassadors and understand the power of your impact.
Register your interest here.
SHARE YOUR EXPERIENCE
Share your thoughts about the well-being walk and ambassador webinar with your friends and colleagues.
Story-telling is a powerful way to foster change and can start a ripple effect that helps people feel seen and valued.
ATLASSIAN ARE STEPPING UP AGAIN
Will your organisation join them?
WHY STEPTEMBER
AUSTRALIA'S FAVOURITE
A fun, safe, virtual health and wellness fundraising event to support people with cerebral palsy.
FUN CHALLENGE
A fitness event challenging employees to move every day for 30 days to support research and programs.
INCLUSION & DIVERSITY
A CSR initiative promoting increased equity, diversity & inclusion across workplaces.
CONNECTION
A fun employee engagement initiative that connects teams across departments & locations.
Get in touch today and find out how we can support your organisation to STEP up.
WHAT'S IN IT FOR ORGANISATIONS?
STEPTEMBER APP
LEADERBOARDS
STEPTEMBER TRAINERS
TEAM CONNECTION
MATCHED GIVING
DIGITAL RESOURCES
“I love STEPtember. I love what is represents, and I love that it made and continues to make me feel how important it is to ensure that we create an inclusive environment for everyone. It also gives me a reality check on how easy it is for me to just get up and go with no thought... I feel inspired to look at ways I can make a difference and actually make a change to have an inclusive environment at the very least in my workplace.”
- Teresa Vitale, Global People and Culture Business Partner, Protecht Group
HOW STEPTEMBER WORKS FOR ORGANISATIONS
1. SIGN UP
Encourage teamwork, no matter where your employees are working from. Nominate a captain and register together as a team of 4. Participants are also welcome to take on the challenge as a Solo STEPper.
2. STEP UP
Over 40 activities count towards your stepping goal (e.g. walking, swimming, wheeling, pilates and more). Track steps through the STEPtember App, Google Fit, or Apple Health. Log your progress via the app or online.
3. FUNDRAISE
Organisations and STEPpers fundraise online, with access to helpful resources. Online leaderboards track the progress of your teams & departments against each other and participating organisations.
4. SHARE
Celebrate your success on social media and encourage others to STEP up and join the challenge. Fundraising tips, digital resources, and email templates are available to help your organisation spread the word.
DOUBLE YOUR EMPLOYEES' IMPACT
Matched giving is a great opportunity to boost employees' fundraising and make double the impact for people with cerebral palsy.
You raise $10 → your organisation matches your donations dollar for dollar → your donation becomes $20!
Ask your organisation (CEO, HR or CSR/ESG) if they have a matched giving program in place that will match every dollar raised by employees for their STEPtember challenge. Options could include matching dollar for dollar, double match, or matching to a capped amount—you never know until you ask!
Need more support? Contact Margo McCombe.
STEP UP. TOGETHER. FOR CEREBRAL PALSY.
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