International Conference of the Erasmus+ SwitchOff project
We are delighted to invite you to our upcoming conference, "Unplug to Recharge: Empowering Remote Workers for the Future," where we will present the latest research, tools, and strategies to promote worker well-being in the remote work environment. This event aims to highlight the critical importance of mental detachment from work and explore how organizations can support employees in achieving a healthier work-life balance, particularly in the era of digitalization.
The conference will take place on 14th November, at Arterion, 69/71 Pomorska Street, Łódź.
We look forward to your participation as we explore innovative approaches to foster a culture of well-being, productivity, and sustainable work practices.
Participation in the conference and panel discussion is FREE OF CHARGE.
What to Expect:
- Insightful presentations on the impact of digitalization on work-life boundaries and the importance of psychological detachment for remote workers.
- Introduction to the SwitchOff toolkit, offering best practices and guidance on the effective use of digital technologies to support disconnection from work during non-working hours.
- Training program previews for HR professionals and managers, designed to foster a work culture that supports employee recovery and well-being.
- Interactive workshops and case studies, where leading experts will share success stories on implementing well-being policies in the workplace.
- Networking opportunities with VET trainers, company owners, HR specialists, and professionals from various sectors, to foster cross-border collaborations.
Who Should Attend:
- In-company VET Trainers (e.g., company owners, HR specialists) looking to develop competencies to support employees in detaching from work.
- Managers and HR Professionals seeking strategies to create policies that balance the use of ICTs and promote work-life separation.
- Remote workers interested in learning practical ways to disconnect from work and restore emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being.
- Policy-makers and stakeholders engaged in shaping the future of work, who are keen to support the right to disconnect and promote a culture of well-being across organizations.
REGISTRATION:
Please fill in the recruitment form carefully.
Registration is open until November 13, 2024, inclusive.
After registration, you will receive a confirmation email.
Additional benefits: participants will receive a certificate of participation in an international conference.
We look forward to seeing you there!
Agenda
9:00-9:30 Registration of participants
9:30-9:45 Official opening and welcome of participants
9:45-10:15 SwitchOff Toolkit for teleworkers, HR Professionals and managers (WP2): Eleni Nicolau, IoD, Cyprus
10:15-10:45 SwitchOff Training Programme for HR Professionals and managers (WP3): PhD Fatima AbuHamam, UNIVR, Italy
10:45-11:00 Coffee break
11:00-11:30 SwitchOff e-learning platform (including self-evaluation tool – WP4): Markella Papanicolaou, CARDET, Cyprus
11:30-12:30 Panel discussion with invited guests:
- PhD Adam Bednarek, AHE, Poland
- PhD Anna Michalak, AHE, Poland
- Monika Zielińska-Mysior, Gravet Consulting Sp. z o.o., Poland
12:30-13:30 Lunch
13:30-14:00 Certificate distribution and conclusions from the conference findings
