In today’s workplaces, mental health is no longer a fringe topic or a “nice-to-have” perk—it’s a necessity. With more employees openly experiencing stress, burnout, and other mental health challenges, the conversation has shifted toward building environments where wellness and work-life balance are as valued as salaries and titles.
According to Jobstreet by SEEK’s Future of Recruitment report, Filipino workers are increasingly prioritizing wellness and balance when choosing employers. Recognizing this, Jobstreet by SEEK has stepped beyond being just an employment platform to become an advocate for healthier workplaces through its newest initiative—the “We See You” campaign.
Stories That Spark Courage
At the heart of the campaign are raw, unfiltered stories from real Filipino workers, each one revealing the person behind the job title. Among the first featured are Grace Schuke and Manjelique Garcia, whose journeys are testaments to resilience.
Schuke, once a school principal, lived for years with generalized anxiety disorder. After finally seeking help, she emerged as a mental health advocate, reminding others that everyone in the workplace carries unseen battles and that listening can be a powerful act of compassion.
Garcia, a cancer survivor diagnosed with lymphoma and ADHD, speaks candidly about moments when life felt like it was falling apart. Yet through it all, she held onto her sense of purpose and her determination to keep moving forward.
Beyond Awareness—A Call to Action
The “We See You” campaign is more than a series of touching videos—it’s a push for cultural change in the workplace. Jobstreet by SEEK urges employers to go beyond traditional benefits and consider concrete mental health support: counseling services, employee assistance programs, mental health days, awareness talks, and even access to wellness apps.
“Mental health is no longer optional—it’s critical to the future of work,” says Joey Yusingco, Head of Marketing for Jobstreet by SEEK in the Philippines. “Launching this campaign is our bold yet gentle reminder that no worker should ever feel alone, unheard, or invisible. We see them.”
