Date and Time

Wednesday, October 7, 2026
2:00–3:30 p.m.

Presenter

Prof. Ram Mahalingam
(Professor, Personality and Social Contexts Program, Department of Psychology, University of Michigan; Director, Barger Leadership Institute)

Title

Dignity at Work: Mindfulness and Compassionate Leadership

Abstract

In this lecture, Prof. Mahalingam will discuss how organizations can foster dignity, care, and compassion in the workplace, drawing on his research in cultural psychology and mindfulness. He will also share insights on developing leaders who prioritize the dignity and well-being of all workers.

Program

60-minute presentation followed by a 30-minute Q&A and discussion

Venue

Room 208, Main Building, Rokkodai 1st Campus / Zoom meeting

Language

English

Intended Participants

Professors, Graduate students of GSBA, Kobe University.

How to register for this seminar

No advance registration required (please come directly to the venue)
Those who wish to attend by Zoom, please enter meeting ID and passcode.
Meeting ID : 892 3857 0349
Passcode : 562570

Contact

Yuichiro Kubo (Project Associate Professor of Business Administration, Kobe University)
y-kubo[at]people.kobe-u.ac.jp