Leadership Insights

Workplace Belonging in an Age of Disconnection: Generative AI, Hybrid Work and Loneliness

Discover why workplace belonging is critical to engagement and performance. As generative AI, hybrid work and changing work patterns reshape how we connect and build relationships, this session will explore the growing impact of loneliness and disconnection, and the critical implications for health leaders.  Drawing on current research, the session will support NSW Health leaders to understand what the evidence tells us about belonging, with practical strategies to create more connected, inclusive and high-performing workplaces.

Date & time: Thursday 3 September at 1:30pm – 3pm

Format: Virtual webinar

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Guest speaker: Dr Joseph Crawford, Senior Lecturer in Management, University of Tasmania

Dr Joseph Crawford is a leading researcher and speaker whose work explores how people connect, learn, and lead in contemporary life. He is a Senior Lecturer in Management at the University of Tasmania, and his current research explores how people sustain connection in workplaces during a period of social fragmentation, digital overload, and institutional change.

Current series: Leading with Humanity in a Complex World

As the pace of change accelerates and the nature of work continues to evolve, health teams are navigating rapid technological change, shifting workforce expectations, increasing disconnection, and growing complexity. These forces are reshaping how work is done, how decisions are made, and how people experience their roles.

This Leadership Insights series will explore what leadership looks like in this environment. Drawing on contemporary research, expert perspectives and practical examples, each session translates emerging ideas into actionable leadership behaviours that help leaders navigate complexity with humanity, create thriving workplaces, and strengthen the delivery of safe, high-quality care.

More events in the series will be announced soon. Join the mailing list to receive updates and stay informed

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Leadership Insights provide:

• Evidence-informed education grounded in the latest research and delivered by credible experts
• Relevant learning for health leaders across clinical and non-clinical settings
• Real-world examples, stories and applications that resonate with leadership practice in NSW Health
• Practical tools, strategies and models to support effective leadership from individual, team and system perspectives
• Opportunity for reflection to support deeper learning and meaningful leadership practice

Leadership Insights support leaders to navigate increasing complexity, adapt to change and build the capabilities needed to lead effectively in a rapidly evolving health landscape. Topics align with NSW Health strategic priorities, including building positive and inclusive work environments, strengthening diversity, empowering staff and supporting a sustainable healthcare system that responds to the needs of patients, carers and communities.

Audience

Leadership Insights are designed for senior leaders and managers across NSW Health in clinical and non-clinical roles. While the events are targeted towards senior leaders, all staff interested in strengthening their leadership practice are welcome to enrol.

Format

Sessions are delivered as virtual webinars, typically 90 minutes in duration, and include a keynote presentation with interactive elements such as polls or Q&A.

Sessions are recorded and uploaded to My Health Learning as part of HETI’s commitment to providing accessible education to NSW Health staff across all roles and settings.