In this episode of the Women in Safety podcast, host Alana Ball reflects on the past year and shares insights into the upcoming 2026 season.

Alanna discusses the importance of professional development, the INSHPO Global Capability Framework, and how Women in Safety aims to empower and elevate careers in the health and safety profession. Alana emphasises the value of mentorship, continuous learning, and strategic thinking in shaping successful safety professionals.

Key Takeaways:

• Empowerment meets excellence in health and safety.
• Reflecting on 2025 and looking forward to 2026.
• The importance of mentorship in career growth.
• Utilising the INSHPO Global Capability Framework.
• Aligning professional development with strategic goals.
• Women in Safety as a platform for empowerment.
• Building professional capital through learning.
• The role of strategic thinking in safety leadership.
• Transforming perceptions of women in safety.
• The power of connection and capability.