What you need know about psychosocial hazards...

Meet Abena Bemah, a tireless advocate for young construction workers in Ghana. Selected as a fellow to attend the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health at Work in Sydney, Abena brings her unique insights, ground-breaking research, and deep passion to this global platform, with a clear mission: to elevate the health and safety of young workers on construction sites worldwide.

Naveen Lakshmaiya, a Fijian health and safety expert, will be attending the 23rd World Congress on Safety and Health as an esteemed fellow. In our exclusive interview, Lakshmaiya discusses the importance of innovation in health and safety, shares how his organisation is pioneering new approaches to workplace well-being, and details the multi-faceted framework they've put in place to ensure a holistic approach to employee safety.

Australia's first World Congress on workplace health and safety, hosted by SafeWork NSW and the International Labour Organization, will take place in Sydney from 27-30 November 2023. The international event will gather experts to discuss key topics including the gig economy, emerging technologies, safety culture, and psychosocial hazards. Keynote speakers include AFL legend Adam Goodes, futurist Dominic Price, and safety advocate Candice Carnahan. The Congress aims to 'Shape Change' in the evolving world of work and enhance worker protection. For more details and registration, visit www.safety2023sydney.com.