15 May 2023

Today marks the start of Mental Health Awareness Week, and this month’s episode is dedicated to celebrating the positive impact of supporting mental health in the workplace and offers advice on how to nurture your own mental well-being.
From embracing neuro-atypical personalities and behaviours to supporting those experiencing mental health difficulties, fostering an inclusive work environment can create a space that welcomes and accommodates everyone, leading to happier and healthier staff. Recognising and prioritising mental health not only makes better leaders and managers but also creates a sense of belonging and promotes overall well-being within organisations.
Day-to-day, Solène is a diversity, inclusion, and belonging lead. Her mission is to break down borders and bring the world closer together one conversation and one story at a time.
As a neuroatypical individual, or “a round shape too large to fit in any box” as she often says, Solène is a vocal mental health and wellbeing advocate. She is constantly looking for ways to learn more about the human experience and break down stigmas and stereotypes.
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13 Feb 2026
This new strategic education and skills forum is designed to align training provision with the needs of employers across the sector and to act as the industry’s authoritative voice to awarding bodies, government, and policy stakeholders.
13 Feb 2026
During her speech at the IOR Annual Dinner on 12th February 2026, IOR President Lisa-Jayne Cook FInstR reaffirmed the Institute’s commitment to placing members and skills at the forefront of its agenda.
13 Feb 2026
At its 126th Annual Dinner in London on 12 February 2026, the IOR celebrated exceptional individual achievements that have advanced the RACHP sector. It also recognised an organisation demonstrating a strong commitment to sustainability through the IOR Beyond Refrigeration Environmental Award.
13 Feb 2026
The IOR’s 125th Anniversary Book is now available for pre‑order. Secure your copy today and enjoy a remarkable journey through 125 years of the Institute’s history!
12 Feb 2026
We look forward to seeing you tonight (12th February 2026) at the Hilton London Bankside for the 126th IOR Annual Dinner.