Technology offers a vibrant and dynamic environment for building a career. It’s fast-paced, filled with constant innovation, and provides numerous opportunities for personal and professional growth. However, the rapid advancement and high expectations inherent in the digital economy can create sustained pressure, often extending work hours into evenings and weekends. The nature of digital communications can blur the boundaries of work and personal life, making it challenging to maintain a healthy balance.
With rates of stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout notably high in the tech sector, it’s critical for employers to foster a supportive and thriving workplace. To achieve this, it is crucial to understand and address the challenges employees face, whether that’s with mental wellness, psychological safety, physical health, or financial security. Experiences naturally differ, so solutions require an inclusive approach that considers variations across gender, ethnicity, socioeconomic backgrounds, and neurodiversity. Ultimately, recognizing and supporting wellbeing is essential for creating a positive work environment where employees feel safe, supported and can thrive.
Join us on Wednesday 16 October in London for an exclusive event featuring keynote speakers, panel discussions, fireside chats, and interactive sessions. We will explore the importance of wellbeing in the workplace and discuss strategies for tech employers to build a culture of allyship and inclusion. By focusing on the holistic wellbeing of employees, companies can naturally enhance productivity and foster a resilient and diverse workforce.
Why attend?
• Listen to powerful personal stories
• Hear about the importance and practice of allyship
• Share ideas on building a culture where everyone feels able to be heard
• Great collaboration and networking
Join us on October 16th in London to revolutionise workplace wellbeing
and discover how tech employers can champion a supportive and thriving environment
Agenda - Thriving Together; Building an inclusive workforce
Experts discuss how mental health challenges vary across different genders, ethnicities, class backgrounds, and neurodiverse individuals, and how to address these unique challenges within the workplace.
Share personal stories from tech professionals about their experiences with stress, anxiety, depression, and burnout, and discuss the support systems that helped them overcome these challenges.
A dedicated Think tank session aimed at fostering connections between attendees, encouraging the sharing of ideas, and building a supportive community focused on resilience and mental well-being.
Join us for the final keynote as we wrap up the day's insights and look towards the future. This session will summarize key takeaways from our discussions on mental health, diversity, and resilience. Learn actionable steps to create a sustainable and supportive tech workplace that prioritizes employee well-being and drives long-term success. Let's pave the way for a healthier, more inclusive industry together