< Back Thrive at Work Toolkit Read the report About the report This toolkit introduces the Thrive at Work initiative, showcasing the vision, framework, step-by-step implementation process and further available resources. Jorritsma, K., Parker, S., & Griffin, M. (2019). Thrive at Work Toolkit. Published by the Future of Work Institute, Curtin University funded by the Mental Health Commission of WA, 2017. https://www.thriveatwork.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2019/05/Thrive-at-Work-Toolkit.pdf Citation: Previous Next

< Back Maximising Potential: Findings from the Mature Workers in Australia Survey (MWOS) Report Read the report About the report The survey focused on perception of organizational practices that can support mature workers, as well as the lived experience of mature workers. Andrei, D. M., Parker, S. K., Constantin, A., Baird, M., Iles, L., Petery, G., Zoszak, L., Williams, A., & Chen, S. (2019). Maximising potential: Findings from the Mature Workers in Organisations Survey (MWOS). Centre for Excellence in Population Ageing Research (CEPAR). http://cepar.edu.au/sites/default/files/Findings-from-Mature-Workers-in-Organisations-Survey-Dec-2019.pdf Citation: Previous Next

< Back Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety in the mining industry – The MARS Program Landmark Study: Workplace policy and practice survey Read the report About the report This report presents the results of a workplace policy and practice survey that assessed the initiatives that mining companies report engaging in to support worker well-being. Drane, C.F., Yam, C., Anderson, M., Fruhen, L., Jorritsma, K., & Parker, S.K. (2023). Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety in the mining industry – The MARS Program Landmark Study: Workplace Policy and Practice Survey. A report prepared by the Centre for Transformative Work Design for the Government of Western Australia. https://www.wa.gov.au/system/files/2023-12/mars_workplace_policy_practice_report_2.pdf Citation: Previous Next

< Back Unpacking the Enablers and Hindrances on the PARRTH to SMART Work Design Read the report About the report This report presents the results of Design for Care participant interviews assessing their experiences of work redesign. It identifies key organisational, leadership, group, and individual factors that supported or hindered the effectiveness of the work redesigns. Trezise, M., Iles, L., Jolly, A., Askovic, M., Kunzelmann, A., Carr, M., Deng, C., Yam, C., Thomas, C., Zettna, N., Graff, E., Johnson, A., Nguyen, H., & Parker, S. K. (2025). Unpacking the Enablers and Hindrances on the PARRTH to SMART Work Design. https://4faa3ebf-76dc-49e7-b244-3bb1f08b4ca2.usrfiles.com/ugd/4faa3e_a36457e665cf4d77aeff71ba7ddbdf8b.pdf Citation: Previous Next

< Back Emergency Services Workforce 2030 Read the report About the report This report provides a consolidated, overview picture of emerging workforce challenges and opportunities likely to face emergency service organisations over the coming decade. It is a first step in bringing together the wide range of research that can inform and strengthen strategic workforce planning in these organisations. McLennan, B.J., Chong, J.X.Y, Dunlop, P. D. (2022). Emergency services workforce 2030. RMIT University, Curtin University, Bushfire and Natural Hazards Cooperative Research Centre. https://espace.curtin.edu.au/bitstream/handle/20.500.11937/89161/88985.pdf?sequence=2&isAllowed=y Citation: Previous Next

< Back The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Program Landmark Study: Insights from the Worker Survey and Interviews Read the report About the report This report presents the results of the worker survey and interviews assessing and understanding the experiences of WA mining workers in relation to the three focus areas. Yam, C., Chapman, M., Iles, L., Fruhen, L., Anderson, M., Hendriks, J., Burns, S., and Parker, S. K. (2023). The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Program Landmark Study: Insights from the Worker Survey and Interviews. A report prepared by the Centre for Transformative Work Design for the Government of Western Australia. https://www.wa.gov.au/system/files/2024-03/mars_report_insights_20240312.pdf Citation: Previous Next

Explore our collection of evidence-based resources, designed to influence better work and help workers to thrive in the digital age. Resources Explore our collection of evidence-based resources, designed to improve work, wellbeing, safety and productivity. JUMP TO Frameworks Reports & Guides Short courses & training Frameworks SMART Work Design The SMART work design model outlines five key themes to consider when creating or developing work (Stimulating, Mastery, Agency, Relational, Tolerable Demands). Learn more Thrive at Work The Thrive at Work Framework focuses on helping people get well again (Mitigate Illness), stay well (Prevent Harm) and be the best they can be (Promote Thriving). Learn more 3i model: Inclusion, Individualise & Integrate The 3i model is a simple framework that could guide organisations in adapting their strategies to meet the challenges of an ageing and age diverse workforce. Learn more LEAD Safety Model The LEAD model provides organisations with four clear capabilities to target (Leverage, Energise, Adapt, Defend) in order to improve safety. Learn more Integrated model of organizational change (IMOC) Grounded in self-determination theory, the model explains organisational change practices and the psychological mechanisms that drive acceptance of change. Learn more MAPNet The MAPNet framework details key skills required for employees and organisations to be successful for the future of work. Learn more Reports & Guides Unpacking the Enablers and Hindrances on the PARRTH to SMART Work Design This report presents the results of Design for Care participant interviews assessing their experiences of work redesign. It identifies key organisational, leadership, group, and individual factors that supported or hindered the effectiveness of the work redesigns. Learn more CEPAR Industry Report 2024/2 Mature Workers in Organisations: Understanding Retirement in Australia This report is the result of a collaboration between the Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research (CEPAR) and an Australian financial advisory firm, Viridian Advisory. The presented findings highlight interview insights for retirement decision making processes. Learn more The Mental Awareness, Respect and Safety (MARS) Program Landmark Study: Insights from the Worker Survey and Interviews This report presents the results of the worker survey and interviews assessing and understanding the experiences of WA mining workers in relation to the three focus areas: 1) mental health and well-being, 2) sexual harassment, assault, and a respectful culture, and 3) the future of work in mining. Learn more See all reports & guides Short courses & training SMART Work Design Delivery: Online Date: TBA | Returning in early 2026 How to create good work to increase satisfaction, reduce stress and lead to a flourishing organisation? Based on the SMART Work Design framework founded by John Curtin Distinguished Professor Sharon Parker, this 8-week online course equips you to redesign your own and others’ work to promote happier, healthier employees and more successful businesses. Register your interest Motivation at Work Delivery: Online Date: TBA | Returning in early 2026 How to keep employees engaged and motivated in today's ever-changing work environment? Facilitated by John Curtin Distinguished Professor Marylène Gagné, this 6-week online course explores what drives people to work well, and teaches you the contemporary theory and practical skills to increase motivation in your workplace. Register your interest

< Back Thrive at Work Survey Toolkit - Develop a strategic and integrated employee wellbeing survey Read the report About the report The Thrive at Work Survey Toolkit walks through the steps required to design and implement a survey to enable you to understand your workers’ experiences regarding workplace mental health and wellbeing. Jorritsma, K., Chi, J., Cham, B. & Chapman, M. (2023). Thrive at Work Survey Toolkit - Develop a strategic and integrated employee wellbeing survey. Toolkit by the Future of Work Institute, Curtin University, funded by the Mental Health Commission of WA as a part of the MARS Program. Citation: Previous Next

Past Events - FOWI Academy Engaging opportunities for non-FOWI members to participate in FOWI activities Home > News & Events - FOWI Academy About FOWI Academy We're dedicated to research, learning and discussion FOWI Academy is an informal program of learning, designed for Early Career Researchers. Within the domains of Management, Organisational Psychology and Organisational Behaviour. Although people from other disciplines and all career stages are welcome to join at any stage! Academy topics The Academy fosters collaboration and highlights a diverse range of research topics, including: CAREER How to craft your academic career. RESEARCH FUNDING How to 'speak to' industry and governments to attract demand-driven research investment. METHODS The latest research methods in the field, and how to use them. Past FOWI Academy recordings Missed a session? See our extensive list of presenters and past recordings below. 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Trialling alternative ways of researching servant leadership | FOWI Seminar Series / Learn more 09 Nov 2023, 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm AWST With Associate Professor Nathan Eva (Monash Business School) Share Thu, 19 Oct Journal Reviewing and Editorial Work / Learn more 19 Oct 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST With Professor Gillian Yeo (University of Western Australia Business School) & Professor Irene de Pater ( Edith Cowan University’s School of Business and Law) Share Wed, 06 Sept Building effective academic research collaborations / Learn more 06 Sept 2023, 1:00 pm AWST – 07 Sept 2023, 3:00 pm AWST Presented by Associate Professor Andrew Yu Share Thu, 03 Aug Person-Centered Approaches | FOWI Academy / Learn more 03 Aug 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST Presented by Dr Arian Kunzelmann. Share Thu, 08 June Organisational Interventions: Part 1 / Learn more 08 June 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST Presented by Associate Professor Karina Jorritsma and Dr Belinda Cham. Share Thu, 25 May Social Media Analytics / Learn more 25 May 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST Presented by Associate Professor Dr MingMing Cheng. Share Thu, 20 Apr Meta-Analysis and the Imminent Development of the Exocortex | FOWI Academy / Learn more 20 Apr 2023, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm AWST with Professor Piers Steel (Haskayne School of Business, University of Calgary) Share Thu, 13 Apr Academic Job Search, Recruitment, and Careers: Tips, Traps and Lessons Learned | FOWI Seminar Series / Learn more 13 Apr 2023, 10:30 am – 12:00 pm with Dr Jonathan E. Booth (Associate Professor at the London School of Economics and Political Science) Share Thu, 06 Apr Introduction to Bayesian Inference | FOWI Academy / Learn more 06 Apr 2023, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST with Dr Luke Strickland (Research Fellow at the Future of Work Institute) Share Thu, 27 Oct Using Computerized-Aided Text Analysis (CATA) in your research: A gentle introduction / Details 27 Oct 2022, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST presented by Dr Florian Klonek Share Thu, 20 Oct Self-Determination Theory: From Work Teams to Leaders’ Development – Pillars of a New Research Program / Details 20 Oct 2022, 11:00 am – 12:00 pm AWST presented by Dr Simon Grenier Share Thu, 13 Oct Creating a community of practice and sharing lessons in translating research data / Details 13 Oct 2022, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST with A/Prof Karina Jorritsma and Dr Belinda Cham Share Thu, 25 Aug [NEW DATE] Everything you always wanted to know about academic jobs, but were afraid to ask / Details 25 Aug 2022, 1:00 pm – 1:05 pm AWST A panel discussion featuring Professor Marylène Gagné, Associate Professor Patrick Dunlop, Associate Professor Irene de Pater and Dr Zitong Sheng Share Thu, 14 July The interactive effects of leader humility and abusive supervision on team silence and team performance / Details 14 July 2022, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm AWST with Dr Nate Zettna from the University of Sydney Share Thu, 23 June Everything you always wanted to know about academic jobs, but were afraid to ask / Details 23 June 2022, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST A panel discussion featuring Professor Marylène Gagné, Associate Professor Patrick Dunlop, Associate Professor Irene de Pater and Dr Zitong Sheng Share Tue, 24 May From data and complexity to causes: A three-session workshop series / Details 24 May 2022, 9:30 am – 3:30 pm AWST with Professor Michael Zyphur Share Thu, 12 May Qualitative Research, Part 2: A pragmatic perspective on collecting, analysing, and synthesising qualitative data / Details 12 May 2022, 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm AWST with Dr Georgia Hay Share Load More FOWI Academy is taking a break Please check back in at later date for upcoming presentations. Want to present your research? Contact our friendly organisers. Up Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Who can attend the FOWI Academy and FOWI Practice Academy sessions? Any staff or student at Curtin University is welcome to attend any FOWI Academy and FOWI Practice Academy session they like. Please bear in mind that the Academy was created to meet the needs of early career researchers (i.e., HDR students and junior academics) within the disciplines of Management, Organisational Behaviour, and Organisational Psychology. This may mean that some of the content or examples may not be relevant to people from other disciplines. We do not wish to discourage people from attending, but just want to be careful to manage expectations When are the FOWI Academy sessions scheduled? Please refer to the schedule above, and available on the Future of Work Institute website. Occasionally, the FOWI Academy may host an ‘extraordinary’ session if, for example, a visiting academic or practitioner is available and willing to deliver a workshop. What types of sessions are there? The FOWI Academy and FOWI Practice Academy programs were constructed after asking ECRs from the Future of Work Institute to tell us what they would like to learn about. The four themes that were identified were: contemporary research methods, life/career as an academic, how to engage with industry, and how to ensure research has an impact. Most workshop sessions will focus on topics within these four themes. Workshop presenters will generally be asked to limit their sessions to 2 hours, and to try to make the ses-sions interactive where possible. Supplemental FOWI Academy and FOWI Practice Academy events will take on different forms (e.g., journal club, round tables). Do I need to enrol in a session before attending? Please contact Diane Garnham to register for a session (fowi-admin@curtin.edu.au) Where are the FOWI Academy sessions held? The sessions will be held on the 2nd floor of 78 Murray Street, Perth, depending on lecture room availability. We will try to notify you of any venue changes, and signs will be posted on the day. I'm not able to attend the session, will the sessions be recorded? Between 2020-2022, we ran several sessions in a hybrid format with mixed success. Our suggestion is to attend face to face, as the sessions will be designed with the live audience in mind. However, sessions will be live-streamed, recorded and uploaded to Office 365 for individuals who requests access. Please note that our video recording technology has limitations, so we cannot ensure that the presenters will always remain within the camera's frame or that the speaker and audience audio will be captured clearly. Additionally, some sessions include interactive elements that may not translate effectively to video. Do I need to do any preparation for the sessions? Please prepare in advance a PowerPoint presentation to accompany your FOWI Academy session, in some cases other types of preparation might be required. This preparation might involve installing software (e.g., R Studio), reading an article, or jotting down some ideas that would connect the topic of the session to your own research interests. Presenters will be asked to make clear whether there is any homework or preparation. Please bear in mind that most presenters are participating in the FOWI Academy and FOWI Practice Academy on a voluntary basis, so please respect their requests to complete the preparation activities. If you have not completed the preparation, the presenter will not be willing nor able to wait for you to catch up! I would like to run a session or invite someone to run a session of FOWI Academy – What do I need to do? Please bear in mind that the sessions are planned many months in advance, last minute timeslot requests may not be available. We recommended contacting the Coordinator in advance with your preferred time slot. Please contact the FOWI Academy program committee (currently Micah Wilson (micah.k.wilson@curtin.edu.au), Lucinda Isles (lucinda.isles@curtin.edu.au, and Patrick Dunlop, patrick.dunlop@curtin.edu.au) with details on what you like to present on and when you are available. The FOWI Practice Academy program is organised by Karina Jorritsma (karina.jorritsma@curtin.edu.au) and Belinda Cham (belinda.cham@curtin.edu.au). Contact Contact Us FOWI Academy Organising Commitee Dr Micah Wilson E: micah.k.wilson@curtin.edu.au FOWI Practice Academy Organising Commitee Dr Belinda Cham E: belinda.cham@curtin.edu.au For general enquires and FOWI Seminar Series Diane Garnham E: fowi-admin@curtin.edu.au Professor Patrick Dunlop E: patrick.dunlop@curtin.edu.au Professor Karina Jorritsma E: karina.jorritsma@curtin.edu.au Lucinda Iles E: lucinda.iles@curtin.edu.au

< Back Thrive at Work Audit Toolkit – Take stock and mature your organisation’s mental health and wellbeing practices Read the report About the report The Thrive at Work Audit Toolkit walks through the steps required to undertake a comprehensive stocktake of your organisation’s existing activities towards building a mentally healthy workplace. Jorritsma, K., Cham, B., Chi, J., & Chapman, M. (2023). Thrive at Work Audit Toolkit – Take stock and mature your organisation’s mental health and wellbeing practices. Toolkit by the Future of Work Institute, Curtin University, funded by the Mental Health Commission of WA as a part of the MARS Program. Citation: Previous Next

The Risk of Age Discrimination in Potential Appraisals of Employees Project members Project lead Giverny De Boeck Project member Nicky Dries Project member Prisca Brosi Overview The purpose of this research was to evidence the higher susceptibility of potential appraisals to age and gender bias in comparison to performance appraisals. To test our hypothesis empirically, we analysed two large archival datasets, one from a German chemical multinational and one from a Belgian finance company, using regression analyses and structural equation modelling. We also conducted a vignette experiment to replicate our findings, while keeping all other factors constant. Our results Showed that potential appraisals were biased against older employees who received systematically lower ratings than younger employees, and that this negative age effect was stronger for potential than for performance appraisals. Moreover, age also affected pay raises and promotions in the next year via potential ratings. Our experiment showed that the different scores of older and younger employees could not be attributed to differences in competence level, meaning that they reflected actual bias. For gender, effects were largely absent. In conclusion Our results suggest that potential appraisals entail a serious risk for age discrimination in organisations, because they structurally limit the career opportunities of older employees, creating a so-called ‘silver ceiling’. The collaboration Industry collaboration between researchers of the Centre for Transformative Work Design and two large companies: A chemical multinational corporation based in Germany, and an organisation active in the financial and insurance services industry in Belgium. Serves the mission of the Centre of Excellence for Population Ageing Research (CEPAR) and, specifically, the research stream on ‘Organisations and the Mature Workforce’ led by Prof. Sharon Parker which aims to deliver solutions to one of the major economic and social challenges of the 21st century. Jointly funded by the Australian Research Council (ARC) as well as the Flemish Research Council (Fonds voor Wetenschappelijk Onderzoek - FWO). Industry outcomes Evidence backed by data Provide evidence for and identify actual sources of bias in organisations using statistical analyses to help employers decide where to target the investment of their resources. Build on theoretical knowledge Advise organisations on how to tackle bias (i.e., using a contextualised- rather than a competency-based approach to prevent age bias when identifying employee potential) Solution orientated Articulate suggestions for organisations and governments about how they can better manage demographic changes in the future. Promote fairness Develop fair appraisal procedures in organisations’ human resource management to break the ‘silver ceiling’ and keep older employees motivated to work longer.

< Back CEPAR Industry Report 2024/2 Mature Workers in Organisations: Understanding Retirement in Australia Read the report About the report This report is the result of a collaboration between the Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research (CEPAR) and an Australian financial advisory firm, Viridian Advisory. The presented findings highlight interview insights for retirement decision making processes. Bennett, L., Zoszak, L., Andrei, D. M., Runneboom, C., Chong, J., & Pitt, D. (2024). Mature Workers in Organisations: Understanding Retirement in Australia. ARC Centre of Excellence in Population Ageing Research Industry Report. 2024/2. https://cepar.edu.au/sites/default/files/2024-2-Mature-Workers-in-Organisations.pdf Citation: Previous Next