Fleur Sharafizad is a Senior Lecturer at Edith Cowan University, Western Australia. Fleur’s research focuses on gender and careers, workplace wellbeing, and research methodology.

Biography – Pearson Nusetor Yaw Sablah Pearson Nusetor Yaw Sablah is a dynamic Health, Safety, and Emergency Services Leader with over ten years of experience in risk management, emergency response, and safety leadership within the mining industry. He currently serves as Team Lead for Health, Safety, and Emergency Response at Newmont Ghana Gold’s Ahafo North Project, where he directs safety systems, crisis planning, and workforce preparedness in alignment with international standards. Pearson has led initiatives that achieved an 80% improvement in emergency response readiness, 40% savings in safety training costs, and over 70% reduction in high-risk incidents. His leadership was pivotal in establishing Newmont’s Emergency Response Unit, commissioning major rescue and firefighting assets, and strengthening the company’s safety culture. He holds an MPhil in Environmental Planning and Development, a BSc in Management Studies, and an Executive Mini MBA in Strategic Management. He is pursuing the NEBOSH International Diploma and holds professional certifications in firefighting, risk management, and leadership. A member of MIIRSM and GhiSEP, Pearson is recognized for his decisive leadership, technical depth, and passion for continuous improvement. He also volunteers as a First Aid Facilitator and member of the Ghana Red Cross Society.

Narelle is a safety leader who turns safety risk into measurable, sustainable improvements across mining, exploration, construction, government, and agriculture. With more than 30 years of experience—and eight years as a safety regulator—she has helmed high-profile investigations and prosecutions of workplace incidents, including fatalities, suicides, sexual assaults, and systemic WHS breaches. Narelle designs and implements safety campaigns and leadership initiatives grounded in reliability-cantered practices, driving improvements in gendered violence, LGBTQ+ inclusion, suicide prevention, and anti-bullying across WA mine sites. Her credentials include a bachelor's in occupational health and safety, a Diploma in Investigations, and a Diploma in Quality Auditing. Her work has been recognised with the DMIRS Work Health and Safety Excellence Award for Excellence in Safety Leadership (for her role as a Regional Inspector at WorkSafe Mines Safety, with a special mention for outcomes from the WA Parliament Inquiry “Enough is Enough” into sexual harassment against women in FIFO mining) and the Western Australian Women in Leadership Award in 2025 for outstanding work at WorkSafe Mines Safety, especially in the area of psychosocial safety. Narelle brings strategic risk management, stakeholder engagement, and an unwavering commitment to safeguarding workers and ensuring compliance.

Kath is a registered psychologist and Principal Consultant at Australian Psychological Services. She holds a Master's degree in Counselling Psychology, along with postgraduate qualifications in Education and Investigative Services. With over 25 years of experience in organisational and clinical roles, Kath has developed a extensive expertise in psychosocial risk management, workplace well-being, leadership development, and conflict resolution. Before joining Australian Psychological Services, Kath spent 13 years as an organisational consultant, successfully managing her own consulting practice. Her industry experience is extensive and varied, spanning both the public and private sectors. She has significant expertise across a range of fields, including mining and resources, construction, education and training, health services, community welfare, and employment services. Kath's approach is grounded in her ability to blend workplace mental health, safety, leadership, team development, and psychosocial risk management. Kath is passionate about enhancing workplace wellbeing and fostering positive engagement within organisations. As a skilled facilitator and coach, she is renowned for her practical, no-nonsense approach that consistently drives meaningful and impactful outcomes.