Supporting parents and carers in the workplace

About this event

Exploring the unique challenges faced by parents and how HR can support their employees with parental responsibilities

At every level, employees face stress—whether at home or in the workplace. For parents and carers, balancing professional and personal responsibilities can significantly impact their performance, and in some cases, may even lead to the difficult decision of stepping away from work.

This online workshop is designed to help people professionals understand the unique challenges faced by parents and carers, providing actionable strategies to support their well-being.

By addressing these challenges, companies can enhance employee retention, boost productivity, and reduce absenteeism, all while fostering a more inclusive and supportive work environment.

About the speaker

Hansa has lived experience of caring for a child who struggled with their mental health and founded the charity- Holding Space – as well as running her own consultancy business. Her passion lies in supporting parents/carers so that they feel supported and heard. She understands the everyday struggles that parents/carers face at home and in the workplace.

Hansa has 20 years of experience in the NHS and charity sector at operational and strategic level. She works with NHS England and businesses advocating on behalf of parents/carers.

Please note:

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4. For security reasons, it is requested that participants join the live session 10 minutes prior to the scheduled start time and with the same name as registered on Eventbrite as not doing so may cause a delay or non-admittance to the event.
5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.
6. Please note that this is a members only event.
7. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate.