Day 1 of the conference explores the benefits to all of establishing and maintaining an awareness of wellbeing in the workplace. This event will bring together experts and practioners from professional and educational sectors to discuss strategies, tools, and practices that promote a healthy work environment.
Aims
- Education and Empowerment: Increase awareness about the importance and benefits of employee wellbeing and provide participants with knowledge, tools and strategies to support wellbeing at work for all.
- Best Practice: Share best practice and successful case studies on implementing wellbeing initiatives.
- Open Conversations: Encourage open and constructive dialogue about wellbeing, its benefits and related challenges to reduce stigma and promote support.
- Policy Development: Discuss the need for, and development of, workplace policies that consider the importance of staff wellbeing for both the employee and the employer.
Registration
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Programme
Welcome and conference opening
- Speaker: Professor Katherine Linehan, Pro Vice-Chancellor for Equality Diversity and Inclusion and People (EDI) University of Nottingham
9.30 - 10.30
Keynote talk: Stepping to our own power
10.45 - 11.15
Talk: Wellbeing and early career researchers in higher education: Improving mental health through spirituality and mindfulness
11.15 - 11.45
Talk: D.R.E.A.M.S: The Lifestyle Medicine approach in the workplace
12.00 - 12.30
Talk: The changing world of work: Fandom occupation
12.30 - 13.00
Talk: The Co-Manage project: supporting individuals with long-term conditions and disabilities to self-manage their health at work
13.45 - 14.10
Breathwork for stress and anxiety
14.15 - 14.45
Talk: Creating a wellbeing culture for living our university values
14.45 - 15.15
Talk: Utilising "The Grid of Life" to build resilience
15.15 - 15.45
Talk: Between being and doing: the impact of my university having a coaching network
15.45 - 16.00
Check-in meditation session
16.30 - 17.00
Optional: End of day Tai Chi session for stress management
Please note that the conference programme is subject to change without prior notice. While we strive to maintain the accuracy and timeliness of the schedule, unforeseen circumstances may require modifications or adjustments to the agenda. Attendees are advised to check the conference website or communication channels for updates. We appreciate your understanding and flexibility in this matter, as changes may occur at short notice to ensure the smooth running and success of the event.