Join us for PAVE Summit 2024! September 23-27
PAVE Prevention would like to invite you to join our annual PAVE Summit! This year offers 100% virtual programming hosted on Whova's platform making your participation in the Summit easy, robust, and accessible from where ever you are in the world.
This Summit is designed to equip business leaders, HR professionals, decision-makers, and organizational development experts with the tools and knowledge needed to create sustainable and realistic violence-resistant environments.
Over the course of this summit, you will explore a range of topics critical to workplace violence prevention, including:
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Investment of Leadership: Discover how committed and proactive leadership can drive effective violence prevention initiatives in the workplace. Learn from seasoned executives who successfully implement programs that foster safer and more inclusive work environments.
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Using Assessments and Data to Shape Curricula: Understand the importance of data-driven approaches in developing workplace violence prevention training. Experts will share insights on gathering, analyzing, and utilizing data to create impactful and relevant training programs while focusing on the individual and the fluidity of workplace culture.
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Approaching Violence Prevention Training Top Down: Explore strategies for implementing violence prevention training from the top down, ensuring that policies and practices are embedded at all organizational levels and are championed by senior leadership, with a strong belief in adopting violence prevention as a practice rather than a task.
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Creating Safer Workplaces and Cultures: Gain practical knowledge on cultivating a culture of safety within your organization. Sessions will highlight best practices for building trust, encouraging reporting, and supporting employees affected by workplace violence and toxicity by empowering them with skills to advocate for themselves and others.
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Creating Sustainable Approaches: Learn how to develop and maintain sustainable workplace violence prevention efforts that continue to thrive over time. Discussions will focus on integrating ethical responsibility with economic sustainability to ensure long-term success and profitability.
Each Day of the summit will feature panel discussions with thought leaders and practitioners in the field.
Attendees will have the opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue, share experiences, and network with peers committed to making a difference in workplace safety and culture, with a lasting impact on their lives and communities.
Monday September 23rd, 2024
Expected Outcomes:
Session 1
Pathways to Ethical Leadership
De-siloing Safety: Bridging Ethics, Sustainability, and Violence Prevention
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2:00pm – 4:00pm CST/12:00pm – 2:00pm PST
In this session, we will delve into the critical role of ethical leadership in fostering a safe workplace environment. Beginning with an introduction to PAVE principles, we will explore the technical definitions of violence and its impact on the workforce wellbeing and productivity. Emphasizing the importance of transparency and proactive measures, participants will examine the role of top-down ethical modeling in creating a culture of safety. Discussions will highlight who should lead violence prevention efforts within organizations and the imperative for leadership to not only acknowledge but actively implement preventative measures.
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Leadership Empowerment: Participants will gain a heightened understanding of the ethical imperatives surrounding violence prevention, empowering them to champion safety initiatives within their organizations.
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Strategic Implementation: Attendees will acquire practical strategies for integrating violence prevention measures into organizational policies and practices, emphasizing proactive rather than reactive approaches.
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Cultural Transformation: By acknowledging the severity of workplace violence and the need for transparency, leaders will be equipped to foster a culture where safety is prioritized, and all employees feel secure and valued.
Tuesday September 24th, 2024
Expected Outcomes:
Session 2
Assessment and Determining Needs
Transforming Training: Harnessing Data for Dynamic Curriculum Development
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2:00pm – 3:30pm CST/12:00pm – 1:30pm PST
In this session, we will introduce a spectrum of assessments and tools pivotal in shaping curriculum development strategies. Participants will delve into the transformative potential of data points such as Employee Experience Surveys (EES), incident reports, and safety evaluations. Highlighting the unique methodologies of PAVE assessments compared to traditional metrics, we will emphasize the narrative behind why these data points are crucial for organizational health and curriculum alignment. Discussions will unveil how data drives curriculum decisions, overcoming the limitations of existing ineffective employee satisfaction surveys. By identifying the most impactful data and its acquisition process, attendees will explore how these insights can foster positive outcomes and drive substantial cultural change within organizations.
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Enhanced Curriculum Relevance: Participants will gain insights into leveraging diverse data sources to create more relevant and targeted training programs, tailored to organizational needs and goals.
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Strategic Integration of Assessments: Attendees will acquire practical strategies for integrating assessments like EES and incident reports into curriculum development, ensuring alignment with organizational priorities and fostering continuous improvement.
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Cultural Transformation: By addressing controversial and taboo questions through data-driven insights, participants will be equipped to initiate genuine culture change within their organizations, promoting transparency and proactive solutions.
Wednesday September 25th, 2024
Expected Outcomes:
Session 3
Approaches & Implementation
Tailoring Training Realities: Adapting Programs for Maximum Impact
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2:00pm – 3:30pm CST/12:00pm – 1:30pm PST
Participants will gain firsthand insights into the outcomes of customized training initiatives, examining their real-world applications and effectiveness on the ground. The session will focus on the dynamic nature of training programs, highlighting how they can vary significantly based on scenario-specific variables. Attendees will discover practical strategies to tailor a training to meet the unique needs of diverse clients or demographics, ensuring relevance and maximizing impact. Case studies from MACRO, OPS, ACL, and other sectors will illustrate different approaches to training, emphasizing flexibility and responsiveness to last-minute adjustments based on participant needs and environmental factors.
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Practical Insights: Participants will gain practical insights into the realistic outcomes of individually crafted training programs, understanding their application in diverse organizational settings.
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Enhanced Adaptability: Attendees will learn strategies to adapt training programs effectively based on scenario-specific variables, fostering flexibility and responsiveness to changing needs.
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Improved HR Engagement: Insights into gaining Human Resources buy-in will equip participants with strategies to secure support and collaboration, enhancing program implementation and sustainability.
Thursday September 26th, 2024
Expected Outcomes:
Session 4
Sustainability & Profit
Invest in Safety Training: Reduce Risks, Boost Profitability, and Build a Safer Workplace Culture.
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2:00pm – 3:30pm CST/12:00pm – 1:30pm PST
Participants will engage in discussions on how safety training can positively impact profitability metrics, as well as the potential negative consequences of not implementing such training. We will examine data-driven insights into how investments in safety training not only mitigate risks but also enhance organizational profitability. Key topics include understanding leadership buy-in for investing in safety, defining sustainability in training initiatives, and strategies for maintaining momentum post-training through coaching and leadership implementations. Moreover, the session will explore approaches to embedding safety practices as a lifestyle choice rather than a compliance requirement, promoting long-term engagement and effectiveness.
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Enhanced Understanding: Participants will gain a deeper understanding of how safety training influences profitability and leadership buy-in, supported by empirical data and case studies.
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Strategic Sustainability: Attendees will acquire practical strategies to sustain momentum post-training, including leadership engagement and fostering a safety-conscious organizational culture.
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Collaborative Engagement: Insights into engaging with organizations focused on prevention strategies will enable participants to expand their methodologies and enhance safety practices through strategic partnerships
Friday September 27th, 2024
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Session 5
Cultural Influence & Outcomes
Beyond Boundaries: Innovating Violence Prevention for Impact and Equity
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2:00pm – 4:00pm CST/12:00pm – 2:00pm PST
Participants will engage in a dynamic discussion on the broad-reaching importance of violence prevention training. The diverse panel of speakers will delve into its significance for individuals, societies, cultures, and economies, highlighting both tangible and intangible benefits. Special emphasis will be placed on innovative approaches to violence prevention, such as addressing human trafficking and other out-of-the-box strategies. Attendees will gain insights into how violence prevention training can foster positive cultural change and promote equity within communities. Case studies and real-world examples from partnerships will illustrate effective approaches and their impact across different sectors and demographics.
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Enhanced Awareness: Participants will gain a deeper appreciation of the reach and importance of violence prevention training across individual, societal, cultural, and economic dimensions.
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Innovative Strategies: Attendees will explore out-of-the-box approaches to violence prevention, inspired by panel discussions and case studies, fostering creativity in their own practices.
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Empowered Advocacy: Insights from partnerships and training participants will empower attendees to advocate for and implement effective violence prevention strategies that promote equity and positive cultural outcomes.
Join us for this pivotal event and be part of the movement towards safer, more ethical, and sustainable workplaces. Together, we can shape a new era in violence prevention!
