Global Stress & Wellbeing Summit
Programme
Wednesday 6 November

Beyond the Half Century: Reflecting on the Past, Charting the Future

INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION

Including 15 minutes’ Q & A

Live Event Moderated by Amy McKeown

2024 marks the 50th anniversary of both ISMA and the Health and Safety at Work Act, and the 20th anniversary of the HSE’s Management Standards on Stress.

How much progress have we made in health and wellbeing - what do we know now that we didn't know 50 years ago? Has the stigma around mental health decreased? What is the role of leaders in relation to wellbeing in organisations? What impact have the HSE’s Management Standards had on organisations and the prevention of stress? What is the future for global psychosocial risk management?

How can the workplace evolve to support multiple generations, make age irrelevant, and provide a stress-free, inclusive future for all?

This topical session kicks off our Stress & Wellbeing Summit, with four thought leaders who will discuss these crucial issues and share their insights with us.

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  Professor Sir Cary Cooper CBE

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  Kay Allen OBE

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  Dr Fiona Meechan

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  Alastair Greener

Community Care: How Organisations Champion Health, Safety and Wellbeing

INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION

Including 15 minutes’ Q & A

Live Event Moderated by Paul Davison

The Health and Safety at Work Act states there is a requirement for a duty of care for all employees. For many, this is limited to a physical duty of care. However, a caring environment manages all factors potentially harmful to health: physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual. Through empathetic, active listening, supportive and regular communications provide the basis for the handling of sensitive and potentially challenging conversations. This in turn fosters supportive environments where aspects of work and life can be comfortably discussed. Such discussions lead to improved mental health, attendance and productivity. In today’s session, you will hear from experts who advocate this holistic approach to employee wellbeing.

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  Richard Martin

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  Malcolm Staves

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  Carole Smets

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  Laura Mogollon Garcia

Building Resilience: Nourishing Your Body with the Right Foods and Supplements

Including 15 minutes’ Q & A

Live Event Moderated by Maggie Stevens

Join us in the kitchen of Chef Extraordinaire Sarmado Sibley to learn how to build resilience through healthy eating.

A balanced diet rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants strengthens the immune system, improves mental clarity, and boosts energy levels. Incorporating fruits, vegetables, lean proteins, and whole grains enhances your ability to cope with stress. Supplements like omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin D, and probiotics further support wellbeing.

Sarmado will guide you on this journey of discovery, sharing his expert knowledge and practical tips to help you create delicious, nutritious meals that promote overall health and resilience.

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  Sarmado Sibley

Fostering a Healthy Workplace Culture: Proven Strategies that Work

INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION

Including 15 minutes’ Q & A

Live Event Moderated by Martin Jervis

It is easy to claim that organisations are not doing enough to support their employees' mental health and, indeed, there is always room for improvement. However, what about those organisations that excel in this area and are recognised for their efforts? What can we learn from them? By gaining insights into their successful strategies, you can introduce similar initiatives into your own company or organisation.

Many organisations implement various interventions to support their employees' well-being, and some take pride in prioritising their employees. These are the organisations worth emulating. So, get started today by learning from the best and applying their proven methods to create a supportive environment in your own workplace

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  Janet Leighton

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  Kris Hall

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  Paul Hargreaves

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  Ruth Pott

AI and the Future: Minimising Stress in the Light of Technological Advancement

INTERACTIVE PANEL DISCUSSION

Including 15 minutes’ Q & A

Live Event Moderated by Charlotte Kemp

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming increasingly pervasive in our daily lives. Will AI take away jobs? How can we prepare? What are the business and societal implications of AI? How will it affect employees? Will organisations need to change their operations? Can we keep up with the rapid pace of technological advancements? How can we manage stress in this tech-driven world?

This afternoon, you'll hear from experts who will provide insights into the future, offering a glimpse of what lies ahead and how it will impact us. This session promises to be engaging and informative, with all the elements to keep you captivated and eager for more.

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  Tony Reeves

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  Julie Holmes

Getting to Know You

Free to attend

Live networking event moderated by Carole Spiers, Chair of ISMA^UK

Come and meet other delegates

ISMA Stress Management Awards Presentation

Live Event

This session is devoted to our inaugural Stress Management Awards 2024. The winner and two runners-up will be announced this evening. The purpose of these Awards is to recognise and celebrate the winners’ contributions in reducing stress and improving employee mental health and wellbeing.

Just one more thing

Live Event

with Carole Spiers, Chair of ISMA^UK; ISMA^UK Ambassadors and members of the ISMA^UK A-Team

ISMA^UK Ambassadors and members of the ISMA^UK A-Team join Carole to bring the Stress & Wellbeing Summit on Stress Awareness Day 2024 to an end, picking up on stories, insights, learnings and experiences.