IFW adds mental health online learning option for members

Additional free member benefit

Jenna Brown
clock • 1 min read

Initiative for Financial Wellbeing (IFW) members are now able to access an online learning initiative called Compass designed to improve their understanding of mental health issues.

The free member benefit gives finance professionals access to online resources about mental health and training on how to better support clients who may show signed of vulnerability.  Compass, established by the Martin Gallier Project, will be available for all IFW members who gain access to its online learning facilities as well as being able to call upon Martin Gallier personnel if they need them.  MGP finance manager Paul Robertson said:  "Compass is specifically designed to offer a comprehensive programme of wellbeing support, and perfectly complements the principles of financial ...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Firm owners 'facing pressure' to make technology decisions

Firm owners 'facing pressure' to make technology decisions

‘AI is framed as something that will change everything’

Sahar Nazir
clock 30 January 2026 • 3 min read

Advisers urged to consider clients' 'trust state' and establish credibility early

‘Trust is built in moments of uncertainty, not certainty’

Isabel Baxter
clock 30 January 2026 • 3 min read
Cash ISA allowance cut risks hardening saver/investor divide, advisers warn

Cash ISA allowance cut risks hardening saver/investor divide, advisers warn

Govt policy shift reignites debate around role of cash ISAs

Sahar Nazir
clock 28 January 2026 • 5 min read