The Irish Congress of Trade Unions (ICTU) is set to host an important seminar examining the often-overlooked issue of gender in occupational health and safety. “One Size Does Not Fit All: Focusing on Gender in Occupational Health and Safety” will take place on Tuesday, 4th March 2025, from 10:30 am to 1:30 pm at the CWU Office in Dublin.   

The seminar will be chaired by Katie Morgan, Vice President of ICTU, and will feature discussions by a range of experts on the challenges and gaps in workplace health and safety policies concerning women.  

The event aims to highlight the fact that health and safety research, policy development, and workplace protections have traditionally been designed with men in mind, often failing to account for the distinct risks and needs of women in the workforce.  

ICTU reports that many occupational hazards affecting women are either overlooked or insufficiently addressed in workplace policies. This seminar will explore the implications of this oversight and discuss ways to develop more inclusive and effective safety measures that cater to the needs of all workers.  

The seminar will feature a panel discussion, which will explore the issue of gender in workplace health and safety from a range of perspectives. Tara Horigan, Fórsa Vice President, will be sharing her expertise as part of the panel, along with speakers from the Association of Secondary Teachers in Ireland (ASTI) and the Irish Nurses and Midwives Organisation (INMO).  

With gender equality and workplace safety gaining increasing attention, this seminar is expected to generate meaningful dialogue and actionable insights towards safer and more inclusive working conditions across all sectors.  

Fórsa is encouraging members to attend. Interested members should register their interest by contacting Natalie Higgins at natalie.higgins@ictu.ie.

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