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Join host Meg Dunphy as we welcome the new Director of the CIPD in Ireland Alison Hodgson to discuss her journey, vision, and how CIPD is adding value to the profession.
We explore insights from our latest wellbeing research, the business impact of intentional wellbeing strategies as we look ahead to the CIPD in Ireland Wellbeing Conference 2025 and the CIPD HR Awards in Ireland 2026.
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As part of Disability Pride Month, the CIPD Ireland Podcast shines a spotlight on what inclusive leadership means through the lens of disability in the workplace. Our latest HR Practices in Ireland 2025 report reveals that 23% of employers cite disability as their most pressing equality challenge—yet meaningful inclusion and representation remain elusive in many organisations.
Host Meg Dunphy is joined by Catherine Murray, an autistic researcher specialising in disability and inclusive employment at AHEAD, and James Cawley Jnr, Business Development Manager at the Irish Centre for Diversity. Together, they explore the barriers still facing disabled people at work, how employers can go beyond compliance to foster genuine inclusion, and how leaders can amplify disabled voices to create workplaces where everyone belongs.
Learn more about AHEAD’s WIDE Framework, offering practical steps to help build accessible, disability-confident workplaces.
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Bringing you more highlights from one of our most talked-about sessions at the CIPD Ireland Annual Conference – The CEO View on the people agenda for the future.
In this powerful panel conversation chaired by Professor Gina Quin, President National College of Ireland; Gillian Chamberlain (MD, Capita), Bernard Gloster (CEO, HSE), and Eamonn Crowley (CEO, PTSB) share honest insights on what it takes to lead organisations through rapid transformation, disruption, and opportunity.
From the fast pace of AI and tech adoption to the importance of trust, transparency, and adaptability, our panellists unpack the evolving role of leaders and the workforce in shaping a future-ready, mission-driven culture. With 160,000 employees under his remit, Bernard Gloster highlights the importance of clear communication and the impact of tech as an enabler – not a threat. Gillian Chamberlain calls for a mindset shift and openness to change, while Eamonn Crowley emphasises the direct link between employee engagement, trust and customer experience.
Tune in to hear this interesting dialogue of business leaders.
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This week’s podcast marks International HR Day on 20 May, celebrating the vital role of the people profession. This year’s theme, “Humanify AI: Leading Change Together”, highlights how the people profession is uniquely positioned to guide organisations through rapid transformation by putting people at the centre of change.
It’s a perfect fit with the theme of last week’s CIPD Ireland Annual Conference— “Delivering organisational performance through people”. In this episode, we bring you insights from the conference stage, featuring Mary Connaughton, Professor Peter Cappelli, and Marie Toft.
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In this episode, your host Meg Dunphy dives into neurodiversity in the workplace with guests Shane O'Brien Senior HRBP Mongo DB and Bronagh Eaton an Independent Neurodivergent Coach and Global Neuroinclusion Specialist with DHL Supply Chain, two people practitioners who are themselves neurodivergent.
As part of Neurodiversity Awareness Week, we want to shine a light on what inclusion really looks like—bringing the conversation back to individuals and keeping it simple. Our guests share their lived experiences, offering valuable guidance on how employees can advocate for themselves and how managers can create a more inclusive environment. Whether you’re a people professional or a line manager, this episode is a great starting point to build awareness and gain actionable tips on making the workplace more conducive to neurodivergent talent.
Join the conversation using #NeuroInclusionInWorkplace.
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In this episode, Workplace Relations Commission Director General Audrey Cahill explains how the WRC supports people professionals in fostering fair and equitable workplaces.
From advisory services and conciliation to mediation and adjudication, she highlights how people practitioners can proactively engage with the WRC as a resource – not just a last resort.
Cahill also tackles common misconceptions about adjudication, the reality behind case reporting, and the high success rates of mediation. Plus, we highlight the WRC’s self-audit tools as a game-changer for compliance and best practice.
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In this month’s episode we share highlights from our annual Wellbeing Conference:
Dr. Mark Rowe, a renowned physician, shares insights on lifestyle medicine and its impact on employee health. We explore the Future of AI in Wellbeing with experts Ger Perdisatt of Lua Healthcare, Sarah Horne of Oracle, and CIPD’s David D’Souza. Discover how the power of embedding wellbeing into leadership practices can drive business success, featuring perspectives from Tobba Vigfusdottir Kara Connect, Catherine Fitzgibbon Core, and Cathal Divilly Great Place to Work
Explore innovative ways to enhance employee wellbeing and listen now!
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10 October is World Mental Health Day and this year's theme is ‘Mental Health at Work’ so in this minisode, we discuss mental health in the Irish workplace.
Meg Dunphy, HR Policy and Engagement Manager speaks to Mary Connaughton, Director, CIPD Ireland, about what our CIPD HR Practices research is saying as well as practical tips for opening up the dialogue in organisations and looking at the working environment.
You will also hear from Dr. Mark Rowe, our opening keynote at the annual CIPD Ireland Wellbeing Conference, giving us some tips for supporting our mental health.
What are you doing in your organisations? Tell us by tagging @CIPDIreland and #WorldMentalHealthMonth #WorldMentalHealthDay
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In this latest episode, hosted by the CIPD Midlands region, you’ll hear committee members and co-hosts Marta Kenny and Aine Clehane speak with expert coaches Ursula Gilleran, a neurodivergence specialist with a background as a Global HR Director, and Sharon Dehmel, an intercultural leadership coach as they tap into the crucial role of coaching in today’s workplace.
Together, they explore the differences between traditional, intercultural, and neurodivergent coaching, and highlight how organisations can build a sustainable coaching culture that empowers individuals and drives business success.
Listen now to discover the key takeaways people professionals need to foster inclusivity and leadership in a rapidly changing world.
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On this month's podcast, CIPD’s Lisa Hogan is joined by Dr. Declan Bogan, Goodbody Clearstream, Mary Connaughton, Director, CIPD Ireland, and Sara Mullally, Network Manager, Sustainable HRM Skillnet.
They discussed how organisations are getting more focused on achieving positive social and human outcomes and drilled into how HR can align workforce development with their people practices, incorporating a sustainability lens to deliver the broader business sustainability goals.
For further information on sustainable people practices check out:
- Our website: http://www.cipd.org/ie
- Sustainable HRM Skillnet page: https://sustainablehrmskillnet.ie/
- Sustainable People Practices framework: https://www.cipd.org/ie/about/news/cipd-skillnet-launch-sustainable-people-practice-framework/
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Join guests Emma Anglim, director at Brightwater Recruitment, Steve George, Head of Learning at the CIPD, and Michael O'Brien, Manager (Munster & South East Region) at Collins McNicholas Recruitment and HR Services Group, as they discuss the benefits of the CIPD as a career partner with host Meg Dunphy.
The episode explores the value of CIPD membership for both employers and professionals, the evolving roles of the people profession, and the wealth of support the CIPD offers to help develop members' careers.
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Join us for part two of our Annual Conference highlights! This episode delves into insights on AI and features snippets from two popular panel discussions.
CIPD awards winners give advice on embedding equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), maintaining it as a priority in all circumstances, and handling backlash against EDI efforts.
Additionally, our HR Director panel explores the importance of workplace mental health, in line with our latest HR Practices report findings.
Tune in for essential insights and practical advice for people professionals.
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In the latest episode of the CIPD in Ireland podcast, Meg Dunphy, CIPD Ireland HR Policy & Engagement Manager, presents some of the highlights from our Annual Conference.
Our CIPD Ireland Director Mary Connaughton analyses our latest HR Practices in Ireland research while Paul Healy talks about cooperation between ourselves and Skillnet Ireland as we launch our new Sustainable People Practices guide.
You'll also hear great leadership insights from a CEO panel as well as an excerpt from our keynote with the wonderful Deborah Meaden, businesswoman and star of BBC's Dragons Den.
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Dive into this month's podcast episode, where host Lisa Hogan, our Membership Development and Communications Manager, engages in a dynamic conversation with David D'Souza, Director of Profession at the CIPD.
Together, they unravel the intricacies of CIPD membership, focusing specifically on its value and local offerings within Ireland.
Join us as we explore the benefits that come with CIPD membership and uncover how it can be leveraged to elevate your career journey.
Whether you're seeking to maximize your professional network or enhance your skill set, this episode offers invaluable insights into how CIPD membership can propel your career forward.
Tune in now to discover the wealth of support and opportunities awaiting you!
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Join us as we discuss Protected Disclosures legislation in Ireland and specifically the additions to the legislation as per the Amendment Act 2022.
In this informative episode, we're fortunate to have Emmet Whelan, Partner at Byrne Wallace LLP, lending his expertise in Protected Disclosures.
Tune in for a comprehensive breakdown of the original and amended legislation, insights on drafting effective policies and procedures, navigating the nuances between grievances and protected disclosures, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations, conducting initial assessments, and the procedural steps involved in a thorough investigation.
Stay informed, stay compliant – listen now!
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The pace of change has never been faster and with it comes a responsibility on our profession to look at digitalisation holistically within our organisations and how we design work.
In this episode we're presenting some highlights from our 2023 annual Wellbeing seminar and part two from our Digital Transformation and Talent session with Kerry Group.
From the Wellbeing seminar, Dr. Caroline Murphy of University of Limerick, who is conducting research on digitalisation and the impact that has on job design on behalf of CIPD, shares insights into how job design and management practices can have a positive impact on wellbeing. CIPD researcher, Jake Young speaks about some key learnings from the Good Work Index and the impact digital work has on wellbeing research.
Next, Ben Hallinan, Vice President of ICT at Kerry Group, brings us through the challenges and practical insights into how Kerry are harnessing technology to the betterment of their business and employees.
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In October 2023, CIPD had the pleasure of being hosted by Kerry Group for an exclusive in-person event, delving into the heart of digital transformation at Kerry. During this session, we explored such topics as digitalisation and talent development, and benefitted from valuable and practical peer learning. For those who couldn’t attend, we are delighted to bring you a two-part episode featuring highlights from this insightful session.
In this initial episode, Rosane Galvao, Kerry‘s Global Director of Learning & Leadership Development, shared her insights into, and experience around, digital transformation and capability building and the future of learning. She provided a compelling perspective on the mindset of the emerging Gen Z workforce and how it may differ from that of older colleagues, offering a real wake-up call for us all.
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