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People and Culture In Focus

We are proud to present our inaugural People and Culture In Focus conference. The first in a series of annual events brings together HR professionals to explore practical solutions for managing psychological hazards. This one-day conference will equip you with the tools, insights and networks to create and maintain psychologically safe workplaces.

Date
May 22, 2025
Duration

1 Day

Time (AWST)
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Event overview

Recent changes to the WA Work Health and Safety Act 2020 have sparked a critical conversation around the holistic dimensions of workplace wellbeing.

Join us at the People and Culture In Focus conference, where you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to proactively identify and address potential psychosocial hazards.

You’ll explore practical solutions for managing these hazards while clarifying the responsibilities of workers to help maintain a safe working environment.

Led by industry experts to give you invaluable insights into leadership responsibilities for fostering a psychologically safe environment, nurturing your own mental health and effectively supporting your colleagues.

Conference highlights

 

Keynote address: Kate Walawski - Psyched Out and On the Hook: Preventing and Eliminating Psychological Hazards in the Workplace

Panel 1: Embedding Psychological Safety: Strategies and Real-World Applications 

  • Josh Marshall - General Manager, Crucial Dimensions
  • Lorna MacGregor - Chief Executive Officer, Lifeline WA
  • Sally North - WorkSafe Commissioner

Keynote address: Abby Hunt - Data-Driven Approaches to Psychological Safety

Panel 2: Innovations in Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

  • Hayley Erceg - Human Resources Manager, MPA Skills
  • Dr Jenny Brockis - Director & Founder, Brain Fit 
  • Chris Harris - Head of Mental Health, Mineral Resources

Closing keynote: Linda O'Farrell - The Future of Work: Psychological Safety as a Pillar of Organisational Success

 

 


Who should attend?

Human Resource professionals and decision-makers overseeing professional learning and development budgets from a wide range of industries. This event will empower organisations and their leaders with the essential tools, insights and valuable networks required to establish and sustain psychologically safe workplaces.


Why attend?

  • Gain a unique blend of expertise with two panel discussions featuring industry experts and three exclusive keynote presentations
  • Learn from a diverse group of leaders from multiple sectors and disciplines
  • Absorb lessons and insights that will give you a competitive advantage within the psychological safety landscape
  • Acquire the skills to assess and measure psychological safety within teams
  • Identify and develop effective risk mitigation strategies for psychosocial hazards
  • Plan and prioritise initial steps for enhancing psychological safety in your workplace
  • Expand your network within the WA business community.

 

 

Conference program

Time

Session

Speakers/Panellists

8.00am - 8:30am

Arrival & registration

 

8:30 am – 8:35 am

Welcome & housekeeping

Drew Mayhills - Chief Learning and Development Officer, AIM WA

8:35 am - 8:45 am

Opening remarks 

Professor Gary Martin - Chief Executive Officer, AIM WA 

8:45 am - 9:30 am

Keynote Address: Psyched Out and On the Hook: Preventing and Eliminating Psychological Hazards in the Workplace

Kate Walawski - Barrister - Principal Consultant, Sage Strategic Consulting

9:35 am - 10:35 am

Panel Discussion 1: Embedding Psychological Safety: Strategies and Real-World Applications

  • Josh Marshall - General Manager, Crucial Dimensions
  • Lorna MacGregor - Chief Executive Officer, Lifeline WA
  • Sally North - WorkSafe Commissioner

10:35 am - 11:00 am

Morning Tea & Interactive Experiential Learning Activity

 

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Keynote Address: Data-Driven Approaches to Psychological Safety

Abby Hunt - Director, Veraison WA 

12.00 pm – 1.00 pm

Lunch

 

1.00 pm – 2:00 pm

Panel 2: Innovations in Mental Health and Wellbeing Programs

  • Hayley Erceg - Human Resources Manager, MPA Skills
  • Dr Jenny Brockis - Director & Founder, Brain Fit 
  • Chris Harris - Head of Mental Health, Mineral Resources

2:00 pm - 2:20 pm

Afternoon tea - including informal networking

 

2:20 pm – 3.05 pm

Closing keynote: The Future of Work: Psychological Safety as a Pillar of Organisational Success

Linda O'Farrell - Director, Go Higher

3.05 pm - 3:15 pm

Closing remarks 

 

3:15 pm - 4:00 pm

Final networking opportunity & event conclusion

 

 Information correct at time of publishing.

To book a table for 8 guests ($3,600) please email events@aimwa.com