Aranzadi Social Forum: Insights on Labor Law, Social Security, and Workplace Psychology
The Aranzadi Social Forum gathered a cadre of leading professionals from the realms of Labor Law and Social Security at Fempa facilities to share knowledge, critique recent developments, and stimulate practical discussions about the field. The event served as a conduit for exchanging ideas among practitioners, policy makers, and corporate leaders who navigate the evolving landscape of labor and social protection rules in North America and beyond. [Attribution: Aranzadi Social Forum]
Attendees explored regulatory updates, the evolving doctrines of the Valencia Community Social Courts, and the positions of the Supreme Court of Justice, alongside the interpretations of the European Community Court of Justice and the Constitutional Court. The forum emphasized how these judicial perspectives translate into real-world practice, guiding organizations through compliance, risk, and governance in a complex legal environment. [Attribution: Aranzadi Social Forum]
The centerpiece of the program was a presentation and subsequent discussion on a timely topic titled “Harassment: A psychosocial risk in the workplace,” delivered by Noelia Manuela García Guirao, an occupational psychologist noted for her specialization in risk prevention and judicial frameworks related to workplace health. The session resonated with attendees across industries and company sizes, highlighting how psychosocial factors influence productivity, morale, and safety. The speaker, recognized for her master’s expertise in occupational risk prevention and her status as a Judicial Specialist, explored practical strategies for identifying, assessing, and mitigating harassment risks within diverse organizational contexts. [Attribution: Aranzadi Social Forum]
Generated discussions extended beyond the central theme to examine the prevalence of labor, union, and social security law on a global scale. The forum was designed to offer a pragmatic lens, balancing rigorous analysis with engaging dialogue, so participants could translate insights into day-to-day operations. The aim was to stimulate participation from companies, associations, and other agents involved in economic and legal activity, encouraging networks that foster informed decision-making and responsible governance. [Attribution: Aranzadi Social Forum]