Psychological Health and Leadership in the Public Sector: Understanding, Supporting and Transforming Psychosocial Safety Climate
Why this conference, and why now?
Psychological health at work is not only an individual matter. It also reflects organizational decisions and the working conditions created by organizations.
With hybrid work, digital transformation and growing performance expectations reshaping the workplace, public sector organizations need to rethink the conditions that support health and well-being at work. Rapid social and societal changes are also creating new pressures for public organizations and the people who work in them.
Psychosocial safety climate is increasingly recognized as an important factor in preventing risks and supporting psychological health at work. This conference will bring together researchers, managers and practitioners to deepen our understanding of the organizational factors that influence psychological health and to share knowledge and practices that can make a difference.
Public sector leaders cannot fulfill their mission without healthy, engaged teams. This conference is an opportunity to bring scientific and professional knowledge together. By strengthening leadership practices, we can help create work environments where people are encouraged to contribute and thrive.
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Key Facts and Figures
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26%
of public sector workers experience high levels of work-related psychological distress.
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More than 60%
of provincial government managers are reportedly affected at even higher rates.
The Chaire en leadership dans le secteur public de l’École nationale d’administration publique (ENAP) is organizing a conference called Psychological Health and Leadership in the Public Sector: Understanding, Supporting and Transforming Psychosocial Safety Climate, taking place in Québec City in January 2027.
Première édition d’une série de trois, ce colloque constitue un pont stratégique entre la recherche et le terrain. Cette initiative vise à outiller les leaders et à transformer concrètement les pratiques de gestion au sein de l’État afin de générer des retombées durables dans les milieux de travail publics.
The conference will focus on three key areas:
- Understand the determinants of psychological health at work
- Support managers and leaders with practical tools
- Transform workplaces to make them healthier and more sustainable
Expertise & Speakers
The event benefits from a unique institutional foundation and brings together influential voices from Canada and abroad.
Copresidency
Senator Manuelle Oudar and Natalie Rinfret, Professor Emerita, ENAP and founder of the Chaire en leadership dans le secteur public, serves as co-presidents for the event.
Featured Speakers
Key Partners
The even brings together key stakeholders in the public sector:
- Official Event Partner : Beneva
- École nationale d'administration publique (ENAP)
Visibility Plan
A flexible commitment designed to encourage active involvement!
| Benefits by partnership level | Gold 25 000 $ | Silver 10 000 $ | Bronze 5 000 $ |
|---|---|---|---|
| Complimentary conference passes | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Access to networking reception | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Privileged access to action research findings | ✔ | ✔ | — |
| Opportunity to propose an activity for the program | ✔ | ✔ | — |
| Opportunity to introduce a speaker | — | ✔ | — |
| Speaking opportunity during the event | ✔ | — | — |
| Acknowledgement during the event | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Mention in the dedicated section of our website | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ |
| Logo in the dedicated section of our website | Large | Medium | Small |
| Individual logo displayed on screens during the event | ✔ | — | — |
| Group logo displayed on screens during the event | — | ✔ | ✔ |
Become a Partner
We offer partnership opportunities that go beyond visibility. Partners can contribute to the content, discussions, outreach, and sharing of knowledge throughout the conference.
As a partner, your organization can:
- Contribute to advancing practices in leadership and psychological health in the public sector—two issues of growing importance.
- Take part in emerging discussions and contribute to new perspectives on these issues.
- Connect with a targeted audience of approximately 200 participants from the public and broader public sector, research communities, and health and social services.
- Strengthen your organization’s profile as a contributor to healthier and more sustainable workplaces.
Your Role as an Ambassador
We also invite our partners to help extend the reach of the conference by:
- Sharing the call for proposals
- Sharing our conference-related content and publications
- Encouraging members of your networks to participate
Let's Talk
We would be pleased to discuss partnership opportunities and find an approach that aligns with your organization's priorities.
For more information, please contact us.
All the details about the conference are available on the 2027 Conference page.
About the Chair
The Chaire en leadership dans le secteur public de l’ENAP is a research center dedicated to major societal challenges related to leadership in the public sector.
The Chair has two main areas of activity:
- Generating knowledge through research;
- Sharing knowledge through training, knowledge mobilization, and dialogue with practitioners.
Our mission is to contribute to the development of innovative knowledge and practices in public sector leadership.
References
- CAMIRAND, Hélène et al. (2023). Enquête québécoise sur la santé de la population 2020-2021, Québec, Institut de la statistique du Québec.
- ALLIANCE DES CADRES DE L’ÉTAT (2021, décembre). Étude sur le bien-être psychologique des cadres : résultats préoccupants, Québec, Alliance des cadres de l’État.