Championing Psychosocial Safety in the Workplace
Dr. Caroline Howe is the visionary founder of HoweSafe, a consultancy firm dedicated to building psychosocially safe systems for workplaces. At HoweSafe, we are committed to creating environments where businesses, teams, and individuals can truly thrive. We specialise in developing evidence-based research and designing targeted interventions that address the unique needs of your organization. Our approach is grounded in years of research and practical experience, ensuring that our solutions are both effective and pragmatic.
Our Core Area Focus
Building Psychosocial Safety Systems
We help employers reduce workplace injuries—both physical and psychological—by developing robust psychosocial safety systems.Designing Ageing Workforce Sustainability Interventions
We create sustainable systems that support the unique needs of an ageing workforce, ensuring long-term productivity and well-being.
A Proven Leader in Research and Innovation
Dr. Caroline Howe has a distinguished career in research and design, previously leading the iCare research team as Head of Research. In this role, she successfully partnered with six major Australian universities to deliver evidence-based interventions and reports for iCare. Before this, as Acting General Manager of Community Impact, Dr. Caroline Howe collaborated with Griffith University and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS) to develop a groundbreaking social connections theory for workers’ compensation insurance. Her work focused on creating effective interventions for communities at risk.
As the Manager of Research and Design, Dr. Caroline built an agile team known for its innovative approach to research and design, further solidifying her reputation as a leader in the field.
Expertise and Recognition
Dr. Caroline Howe brings a wealth of knowledge in Social Systems and Safety, Organisational Psychology, Social Health, Ageing Workforce Transition, Rehabilitation, and Risk Intelligence. Her expertise is vital in advocating for and facilitating positive change in workplace environments.
Her dedication to outcome-focused workplace rehabilitation in the insurance sector earned her the Excellence in Industry Award for Innovation and Excellence in Personal Injury Management (2012). In 2016, her business was honored with the Workplace Excellence Award for Organisational Design.
A Passion for Community and Fitness
Beyond her professional achievements, Dr. Caroline is also a qualified personal trainer. She most recently received the “Institute Champion” award from the Australian Institute of Fitness. Caroline uses her passion for fitness to stay connected with and support her local community.
Research Interests
Dr. Caroline Howe’s research interests are diverse and impactful, focusing on the development of a social safety framework for employers and communities, the psychological impact of ageing workforces, international disability management programs, and the influence of social connections on workplace culture, mental health, and workers’ compensation recovery.
Dr. Caroline’s leadership, expertise, and unwavering commitment to creating better workplaces make her a true pioneer in the field of psychosocial safety and social recovery.