Thrive At Work Summit 2027

An immersive one-day event creating healthier, safer and higher-performing workplaces in QLD's Community Services and Housing Sector Welcome to the Thrive at Work Summit The Thrive at Work Summit brings together people working across Queensland’s housing, homelessness and community services sectors who are committed to improving workplace wellbeing, strengthening organisational culture and better supporting our communities. Following the success of our inaugural Summit, Thrive at Work returns in 2027 as an expanded two day experience, offering even more opportunities for learning, inspiration and genuine connection that continues long after you leave the Summit. 2027 Theme: Connection This year, Thrive at Work will explore the connections that help people and organisations thrive: connection to self, connection within teams, connection to purpose and connection across our sector. Across the two days, you can look forward to: • Keynote speakers sharing fresh thinking and real world insights • Interactive workshops with practical tools you can implement immediately • Innovative ideas and the latest thinking in workplace wellbeing, organisational culture and sustainable performance • Meaningful opportunities to connect, collaborate and learn from others across the sector • Full catering across the Summit The full 2027 program and speaker line up will be announced soon. Thrive At Work Summit 2027 Date: Tuesday 11th May 8:30am - Wednesday 12th May 12:30pm Day one will feature a full day of inspiring speakers, practical sessions and opportunities to connect. Day two will deliver another valuable and inspiring morning, concluding at 12.30 pm to give regional attendees time to travel home. Venue: Rydges South Bank 9 Glenelg Street, South Brisbane Best parking is the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre Exclusive Early Thriver Release: 8th September to 1st October 2026 Q Shelter member: $599 // Non member: $649 These tickets have been released exclusively to our original Early Thrivers and represent a saving of $100 on standard ticket prices. Once this exclusive offer closes, these prices will no longer be available. • All ticket prices exclude gst • Discounts apply for more than five tickets - Learn more in the FAQ section below • Pay by invoice option is available at checkout • Accessibility and inclusion are very important to us. Please let us know what you need to participate in this event through the registration process • If you need an Auslan interpreter, please email [email protected] 7 working days before the event Travelling to Brisbane? How to get 20% off the Rydges South Bank best flexible rate: • Register for the Thrive Summit • Receive your order confirmation email to your inbox • Click the booking link inside your order confirmation email to reserve your room. Why Thrive at Work Housing and homelessness peak body Q Shelter is proud to present the Thrive at Work Summit, bringing together sector experts, inspiring speakers and frontline voices to explore the latest thinking in workplace wellbeing and organisational culture, and how both can transform organisations and their impact on communities. The work we do across the housing, homelessness and community services sectors is vital. Our sector relies on compassionate and dedicated people who continuously go above and beyond to support others. Because we care so deeply about other people, our own care and wellbeing can often become our last priority. But we cannot support others if we do not also support ourselves. With demand on our workforce continuing to increase, the wellbeing of our people and the culture of our workplaces can no longer sit at the edges of organisational priorities. Thrive at Work brings our sector together to explore new ideas, reimagine what is possible and strengthen the connections that help individuals, teams and organisations thrive. Thriving workplaces do not happen by accident. They are created with intention, clarity, connection and action. This is your opportunity to step into a new standard of organisational wellbeing, workplace culture, professional excellence and community impact. Who should attend The Summit is designed for: • Community services professionals • CEOs and executive leaders • People and culture teams • Wellbeing and workforce development leads • Frontline workers and team leaders • Anyone committed to building a thriving, resilient and future ready organisation, where staff are empowered to thrive. Please contact the Q Shelter Events Team on [email protected] if you are experiencing any barriers for registering. Partnerships Contact us regarding sponsorship and partnership opportunities. Our Platinum Partner is Bloom HR; Outsourced HR providing transformational solutions for the not-for-profit, government and community services sectors. Bloom HR can be your HR team, or support your existing one with additional capacity. Bloom are award-winning with deep expertise in housing, homelessness and community services. Bloom partners with Employment Hero to deliver a cost-effective, outsourced HR model that strengthens compliance, reduces risk and supports leaders across HR operations, business partnering and talent management.