International Mental Health Day Lunch 2026

Held in Partnership with VHI Healthcare‍ ‍

Guest Speaker:

Padraig O’Hora

Mayo Footballer, Mental Health & Neurodivergent Advocate

Overview:

The Executive Forum’s 3rd Annual International Mental Health Day Lunch in partnership with VHI Healthcare brings member organisations together to formally recognise the importance of mental health in the workplace and to support open, constructive conversation at senior leadership level.

As workplace pressures continue to intensify, mental health is no longer a personal issue alone - it is a leadership responsibility. Our guest speaker is Padraig O’Hora - a Mayo senior footballer and youth justice worker who combines elite sport with a strong commitment to community impact and mental health advocacy. He is widely recognised for championing neurodivergent inclusion, helping to establish initiatives that support people with Autism and ADHD. Diagnosed with ADHD later in life, he speaks openly about resilience, stigma, and the importance of seeking support, particularly within sport. In 2026, he also completed a landmark Everest expedition to raise awareness and funds for the Mayo Mental Health Association.

This event is designed to:

• Acknowledge International Mental Health Day in a visible and meaningful way

• Encourage open, stigma‑free dialogue within organisations

• Support leaders in shaping healthy workplace cultures

ATTENDANCE AT ALL OUR EVENTS IS FOR MEMBERS ONLY

Please note: Attendance to all in person events is in line with places allocated with membership plan. Places allocated on a first come, first serve basis.

Unlimited member organisation attendance for live stream.