Produced by the Society for Scholarly Publishing Mental Health Task Force
Date and Time: 5 September – 11:00 (Eastern) | 08:00 (Pacific) | 17:00 (CET) | 16:00 (BST)
We do our best work when we can bring our full selves to the job. When we feel comfortable taking risks and making mistakes without fear of humiliation or punishment, we’re more likely to find satisfaction at work and—in turn—to perform better. These ideas are central to the concept of psychological safety, and fostering that safety is key in building a productive, fulfilling work environment.
Join us to gain a detailed understanding of psychological safety at work: what it looks like, why it matters, and how to facilitate it. We’ll discuss how individuals within various levels in an organization’s structure can contribute, how to address psychologically unsafe environments, and how a DEI-informed approach can support an organization’s goals around inclusivity.
Moderated by Sarah Bay, Scientific Editor and Program Manager, Genetics Society of America
Speakers: Alisa C.D. Clark, Head of DEI for Cell Press, Elsevier and Dennis P. Stolle Senior Director of Applied Psychology, American Psychological Association