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Synopsis

What happens when employees are quietly ignored, excluded, or left out of communication loops? Workplace ostracism can undermine well-being, teamwork, and trust. Dr. Sirpa Manninen, who has conducted research on workplace ostracism in Finnish organizations and healthcare settings, will share insights on how ostracism differs from bullying and harassment, what mechanisms (such as loneliness and lowered self-esteem) explain its harmful effects, and what can be done to prevent it.

This session offers concrete strategies for anyone interested in building inclusive work culture where no one is left out.

Speaker

Dr. Sirpa Manninen is a researcher and consultant specializing in workplace ostracism and social well-being at work. Her doctoral research examined how ostracism manifests in organizations, how it affects employee health and motivation, and what kinds of leadership and social climates can reduce its occurrence. She has published peer-reviewed studies on the topic and founded Ostrakon, an initiative dedicated to promoting awareness and interventions against workplace exclusion.

Schedule

• 14:00–14:15 Tea/Coffee and vegan muffins

• 14:15–14:50 Talk by Dr. Sirpa Manninen

• 14:50–15:30 Questions and discussion

The event is organised by Mihaylova Tsvetomila and Enrico Glerean, with the support of the SCI diversity and inclusivity funds.