Legal professionals urged to be ‘culture influencers’
Law Society Psychological Services has launched an initiative aimed at building what it describes as a “purpose-driven network of active culture influencers” and wellbeing advocates across the legal profession.
It is urging people working in the legal sector to join the Well Within the Law Affiliate Programme and become part of “a growing network” of solicitors and professionals who are committed to shaping a healthy culture in law.
Under the programme, members will commit to taking meaningful actions that support psychological wellbeing and a healthy workplace culture.
The initiative is open to anyone working within the Irish legal sector, including:
- Practising solicitors,T
- rainee solicitors,
- Legal support staff, and
- Professionals working in the areas of human resources, culture, and learning and development.
‘Culture influencer’
Law Society Psychological Services says that affiliates will:
- Lead cultural renewal – be recognised as a culture influencer with an affiliate badge and spotlight, while taking tangible actions to lead healthier legal workplaces,
- Join a supportive alliance – connect with forward-thinking peers to share ideas, challenges, and practical solutions for thriving in legal practice, and
- Access exclusive opportunities – receive invitations to affiliate events and access Law Society Psychological Services resources to support building a healthy culture in the workplace.
People working in the legal sector can register their interest in the programme on the Law Society website.
The initiative comes after Law Society Psychological Services launched a new series of Well Within the Law Leadership events to support professional wellbeing, enhance collective leadership, and encourage cultural renewal across the profession.