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IMPACT! Fostering Community. Elevating Learning. Embracing Purpose.
The Community of Human and Organizational Learning’s 30th Annual Learning Conference!

From June 10th to 14th, our gathering at the stunning Hilton Lake Las Vegas in Henderson, NV, promises three immersive days packed with insights, innovation, and collaboration. Dive into an array of complimentary workshops on Monday, kickstarting an enriching week, and explore paid workshops on Friday for a deeper dive into specialized topics.

Join us in this milestone – 30 years – as we delve into the realms of human and organizational learning, fostering connections and paving the way for transformative ideas.

This year, our conference theme is IMPACT! Fostering Community. Elevating Learning. Embracing Purpose. But, what exactly does this mean?
Community: Forge connections that transcend the conference, building a network of support and inspiration that lasts a lifetime. This is a safe space where you can openly discuss successes and failures, surrounded by a community of educated and engaged individuals.
Learning: Prepare to expand your horizons and revolutionize your approach to learning. We’ll explore cutting-edge organizational, resilience, and safety models. Discover different ways organizations are harnessing learning to drive meaningful change and gain insights that will revolutionize your approach to knowledge transfer.
Purpose: Our purpose is clear: facilitating opportunities for people to take their organizational and personal impact to new heights.





Tuesday, June 11 • 2:40pm - 3:30pm
Beyond Boring! How laughter can lead to learning in safety

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Laughter and learning share a profound link, a truth that remains largely underutilised in the domain of safety communication. "How laughter can lead to learning" is an innovative workshop designed to bridge this gap, offering a fresh perspective on engaging safety professionals. This session delves into the evolutionary roots of laughter, its health benefits, and its capacity to foster an environment conducive to learning and retention. By integrating humour into safety messages, we can enhance their memorability and impact, ensuring that crucial information is not just heard but retained.

Participants in this workshop will gain:

An understanding of how humour can break down barriers and create a more receptive environment for safety training across diverse audiences.
Practical techniques for crafting and delivering safety messages that use humour to engage and stick with the audience, without undermining the seriousness of the content.
Insights into the effective use of personal storytelling, structure, and delivery in safety communication, tailored to resonate with everyone from frontline workers to senior management.
This hands-on session is structured to encourage participation, practice, and real-time feedback. Through a combination of brief lectures, interactive activities, and group discussions, attendees will learn how to use humour as a strategic tool in their safety communications toolkit.

Facilitated by:

Steve Harvey ( No, Not him!)
Conference Presenters
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Stephen Harvey

Senior HSE Partner, Origin Energy
I have over 15 years of experience as a safety professional, working in various industries such as mining, manufacturing, oil and gas. My main goal is to help organisations build risk capability,and improve their safety learnings and leadership.I believe in using contemporary learning... Read More →

Tuesday June 11, 2024 2:40pm - 3:30pm PDT
Lago (Breakout #7)- Garden Level: 1st Floor
  Breakout, Conference Day 1

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