For employers What's on?

Good Employment Week 2026 is nearly here.

This October, we're asking a simple question: 'What does your Work Feel Like?'

Take part in our interactive word cloud, discover events taking place across Greater Manchester and connect with employers and experts championing good employment.

See what's on and be part of the conversation.

Starts October 5th, check back in:

XX Days
XX Hours
XX Minutes
XX Seconds

Everyone’s word cloud

People across Greater Manchester are describing their workplace culture in a few words. Add yours and watch the shared word cloud grow.

Top words so far, most common first:

  1. How does your workplace feel? (highlighted)
  2. Happy (positive)
  3. Flexible (positive)
  4. Dependable (positive)
  5. Friendly (positive)
  6. Motivating (positive)
  7. Collaborative (positive)
  8. Conventional (neutral)
  9. Evolving (neutral)
  10. Overwhelming (negative)
  11. Productive (neutral)
  12. Healthy (positive)
  13. Helpful (positive)
  14. Performance-driven (neutral)
  15. Progressive (positive)
  16. Respected (positive)
  17. Ethical (positive)
  18. Caring (positive)
  19. Blaming (negative)
  20. Accepted (positive)
  21. Active (neutral)

Bigger words have been chosen more often. Green words feel positive, grey are more neutral or descriptive, and red feel negative. Take part to add your words to the cloud.

Check back October 5th to take part

What's on?

Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter: Introduction Webinar
This webinar is designed for organisations that want to learn more about the Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter and how to get involved. Attendees will gain an overview of the Charter's purpose, the seven characteristics of good employment, the benefits of getting involved and the different ways organisations can engage with the Charter. There will also be an opportunity to ask questions and learn more about becoming a Supporter.​‌
Tuesday 6th Oct, 11:00 - 12:00
Sign up available →
Greater Manchester Good Employment Charter: Good Employment Culture Workshop
This invite-only workshop will bring together leaders, practitioners and industry specialists to explore emerging Good Employment Charter workplace culture models and help shape their future development. Through collaborative discussion and feedback, attendees will contribute to the Charter's ongoing work to support positive workplace culture and influence its future direction across Greater Manchester.
Wednesday 7th Oct, 09:30 - 15:00
Invite only →
Making Sense of the Employment Rights Act 2025
Hosted by GM Business Growth Hub as part of Good Employment Week 2026, this webinar will help business leaders, managers and HR professionals understand the key changes introduced by the Employment Rights Act and what they mean for employers. Combining expert insights, practical guidance and discussion, the session will explore employers' legal responsibilities, highlight key areas requiring action and help organisations prepare for future changes in employment legislation with confidence.
Thursday 8th Oct, 10:30 - 11:30
Sign up available →
View itinerary