Mental Health Matters in Georgia’s Workforce

Mental health plays a crucial role in determining whether people can work, stay employed, and establish stability for themselves and their families. In this episode, Nikki explains why recent investments in behavioral health services in Georgia highlight a larger truth: mental health is a workforce issue, not a side conversation. She breaks down how disconnected systems leave people navigating care, job training, and employment on their own and why a modern Department of Labor must help connect those dots. Drawing from real-life experiences and current events across the state, Nikki shares what it will take to build a workforce system that supports the whole person and helps Georgians stay connected to opportunity.

Hosted by Nikki Porcher, veteran, educator, and candidate for Georgia Labor Commissioner.

 Paid for by Porcher for Georgia.