Jan 27 - Gibraltar CIPD To Host Managing Cancer In The Workplace Seminars
In conjunction with several local cancer charities, the local branch of the CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel & Development) will be hosting a guest speaker from Macmillan Cancer Support in the UK on the 10th-11th February who will deliver two sessions on “Managing Cancer in the Workplace”.
Speaking on behalf of the Gibraltar CIPD branch, chairperson Lourdes Barea noted: “Many employers have either experienced an employee or the close relative of an employee with cancer and this can have an impact on the workplace. We are delighted to welcome Macmillan Cancer Support to Gibraltar to address us and look at the resources we have for managing cancer, and in some cases bereavement, in the workplace.”
Aimed at HR professionals and line managers, participants will learn about cancer treatment, its side effects and the impact on a person’s work. They will also look at supporting carers’ needs, talking about cancer and making workplace adjustments. By reviewing real life employer case studies and relevant legislation, it is hoped delegates will gain an insight that will help them develop action plans for their own organisations.
Local cancer charities are also supporting this initiative and will be co-sponsoring the event with the CIPD branch. Cancer Relief Gibraltar have kindly offered use of their premises for one of the two sessions, which will provide a great opportunity for them to showcase their facilities to employers. Other charities supporting this venture include Breast Cancer Support, Prostate Cancer Support and Leukaemia & Lymphoma Research.
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