# Event Details - **Event Name**: Pride At Work Conference 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am – Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm (+01:00) - **Event Description**: The annual Pride At Work Conference returns to the Convention Centre Dublin on Wednesday, August 26th.About this EventThis event runs from 10.00am to 4.30pm with lunch and refreshments provided. Tickets are €75 and we have a range of subsidised scholarships available (see below). Pride At Work Members can avail of up to 4 free tickets by contacting hello@prideatwork.ie.Full speaker line up and schedule to be announced shortly.SCHEDULE9.30-10.00amRegistration10.00amWelcome and Opening AddressLynne Treacy (she/her) - Chair, Dublin LGBTQ+ Pride10.15amCan We Talk? Difficult Conversations in Polarised SpacesColm Molloy (they/them) introduces a new workshop module for processing ideological conflict while maintaining psychological safety based on their recent Masters project.10.30amBeyond Intersectionality – Allyship That Leaves No One BehindHow do we ensure that our support of other marginalised groups is not conditional on us have intersecting identities? How do we avoid projecting our experiences of discrimination onto other communities? And how do we build partnerships between different groups that respect difference and include everyone?Panel discussion moderated by Ruadhán Ó Chríodáin (he/him), Executive Director of Shout OutPanellists:Zainab Apako (she/they) – Academic and Board Member of Dublin LGBTQ+ PrideLeon Diop (he/him) – CEO of Black and Irish, Head of DEI at the Arts CouncilJamie Kenny (he/him) – Co CEO of Dublin LGBTQ+ PrideSiobhán McKenna (she/her) - ED&I Policy Lead, Department of Public Expenditure, NDP Delivery & Reform11.20amBreak11.40amUsing Legislation To Advance LGBTIQ+ Inclusion In The WorkplaceIn this panel discussion, we examine existing and upcoming legislation that can be used to defend and advance LGBTIQ+ rights in the workplace and the importance of HR and DEI professionals being aware of all the tools available to them.Panellists:Alessia Icardi (she/her) - European Pride Business NetworkAmy Martin (she/her) - EDI Partner, SISKLuke McLoughlin (he/him) - Head of Operations, Pride At Work IrelandLorraine Maher (she/her) - The Courts Service12.20pmSupporting SMEs On Their Journey To Building Inclusive WorkplacesThe value of inclusive workplaces has long been established. It does, however, come at a cost. How do we support small, medium and micro enterprises who want to incorporate best practices in terms of policy development, resources and events that promote inclusion but simply don’t have the budgets of larger organisations?Panel discussion moderated by Alex Campbell (they/them), Activist, Performer and Small Business OwnerPanellists:Linda O’Leary (she/her) – Chairperson IBEC Technology Ireland Diversity ForumAndrew Campbell-Edie (he/him) – Head of Communications and Events, Irish Centre for DiversityGijs Van Dyck (he/him) – Policy Officer (Education and the Workplace), CavariaJay Cosgrove (he/him) – Co-Chair, Proud To Work For Ireland Network1.00pmLunch2.00pmAfternoon Session Begins2.15pmIreland’s National LGBTIQ+ StrategyAnne Byrne (she/her), CEO of LGBT Ireland, gives an overview of the National LGBTIQ+ Strategy and its importance in ensuring continued progress for our community.2.30pmIreland’s Role In Promoting LGBTIQ+ Equality And Inclusion InternationallyAs Ireland hold’s the EU presidency we consider what should we do, what can we do, and what will we do to advance LGBTIQ+ rights on a global scale?Panel discussion moderated by Oisín O'Reilly (he/him), CEO of Outhouse.Panellists:Anne Byrne (she/her) – LGBT IrelandCristian Font Calderón (he/him) – Deputy Head of Mission, Spanish EmbassySaoirse Mackin (she/her) – TENI3.15pmComfort break3.30pmEmployee Resource Groups Supporting ParentsSince their establishment in the 1970s, employee resource groups (ERGs) have evolved and expanded beyond just supporting colleagues at work. Many Pride ERGs have grown to become vital support systems for parents of LGBTIQ+ children. In this panel discussion we look at the role parents play in building inclusive futures and how they can be supported at work.Panel discussion moderated by Kieran O'Donovan (he/him), CEO of Belong ToPanellists:Aleš Rumpel (he/him) - Training Manager, Pride Business ForumDil Wickremasinghe (she/they) - Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Insight MattersDae Hanley (they/them) - Proud To Work For Ireland Network4.15pmPride 2030 – Our Sustainable AgendaJed Dowling (he/him) - Co CEO of Dublin LGBTQ+ Pride. As Dublin LGBTQ+ Pride prepares to launch a new four year strategy, we look at the future of Pride in a changing world.4.30pmClosing CommentsScholarship OptionsWe aim to ensure all of our events are as inclusive and accessible as possible. We are happy to offer free tickets to students, job seekers and those working or volunteering in the non-profit sector. To request a scholarship, contact hello@prideatwork.ie by August 7th, 2026.This year, with the support of the Department of Children, Disability and Equality, we are delighted to be able to offer 20 fully funded scholarships that include travel costs and two nights accommodation in Dublin City Centre to support participation of people from rural communities. These scholarships are aimed at people volunteering in rural and regional Pride organisations. To apply for one of these scholarships, contact hello@prideatwork.ie by July 20th, 2026.This project is supported by the LGBTIQ+ Community Services Fund 2026.If you cannot attend in person, you can register for the live stream https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/731caa30-9e40-11f1-86dd-a9509dccaf4b-rimg-w1200-h141-dcf8f8f8-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/dublin-1/pride-at-work-conference-2026/100001993465303385 - **Event Categories**: business, conferences, lgbt-pride, performances, workshops, entertainment, volunteering, art - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 - **Event Highlights**: - Duration: 6 hours 30 minutes - Location: The Convention Centre Dublin - Languages: English ## Ticket Details - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 75, max: 75, currency: EUR ## Event venue details - **city**: Dublin 1 - **state**: DN - **country**: Ireland - **location**: The Convention Centre Dublin - **lat**: 53.3473591 - **long**: -6.2369232 - **full address**: The Convention Centre Dublin, North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, Ireland ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: Pride At Work Conference 2026 - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events3/banners/013e0937f3000421bff36c9d799e61a1390c64441e92653009f485ad0f7706c6-rimg-w1200-h600-dcffffff-gmir.jpg?v=1783612482 ## FAQs - **Q**: When and where is Pride At Work Conference 2026 being held? - **A:** Pride At Work Conference 2026 takes place on Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 10:00 am to Wed, 26 Aug, 2026 at 04:30 pm at The Convention Centre Dublin, North Wall Quay, Dublin 1, Ireland. - **Q**: Who is organizing Pride At Work Conference 2026? - **A:** Pride At Work Conference 2026 is organized by Pride At Work. - **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me? - **A:** Pride At Work Conference 2026 is ideal for professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and networking enthusiasts eager to grow their connections. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Dublin 1, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. 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