Healthy Working Lives Conference 2026
Northern Ireland’s biggest workplace wellbeing event attracts 170+ HR professionals and operational managers to network and explore the challenges and opportunities facing their business in creating a positive and healthy workplace.
This event will take place on Wednesday 3 June 2026 at the Galgorm Resort.
Hosted by BBC Health Correspondent Marie-Louise Connolly, the half-day event is delivered in partnership with key sponsor Britvic Ireland and and supporting partner Henderson Group
The conference programme includes keynote speaker, Dr Ranj Singh, Medical Doctor and TV Presenter; along with guest speakers from businesses in Northern Ireland to explore key challenges and opportunities in creating healthy workplaces, including menstrual health, movement, inclusive leadership and workforce inclusion.
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Breakout Sessions:
Movement: Simple Strategies for Integrating Movement into the Workday Learn practical, low-impact ways to encourage physical activity without disrupting workflow. This session provides actionable tools for managers to combat sedentary behaviour, boost energy levels, and reduce the physical risks associated with office-based roles.
Leading with Care: How Compassionate Leadership Drives Trust and Reduces Burnout Explore the principles of compassionate leadership—showing empathy, understanding, and actively caring for staff. This session provides a framework for leaders to foster deep trust, manage mental load, and build a highly engaged workforce less susceptible to burnout.
Inclusive Workplaces: Building Inclusion Through Cultural Competency In today's diverse, organisational landscape, cultural competency is an important tool for business. This interactive session will explore ways of building understanding and valuing cultural differences to enhance collaboration, reduce bias, and foster a truly inclusive workplace. Participants attending this session will deepen their awareness and leave with actionable strategies to support equity and belonging across teams.
Menstrual Health: Equipping Managers to Understand and Confidently Discuss Menstrual Health Many managers avoid this topic due to discomfort. This session provides the language, confidence, and boundaries necessary to have empathetic and professional conversations about cyclical health, ensuring employees feel heard and appropriately supported by their line manager.