Humanities@Work brings the world of ideas into your workplace

Humanities@Work is a new initiative from New Hampshire Humanities that helps employers bring high quality, innovative humanities programs into the workplace, enriching employees’ engagement and quality of life in and outside of work, a key part of any company’s employee retention strategy.

Studies show that skills learned through the humanities are the same qualities that make top-notch employees—the ability to think critically and creatively, innovate, analyze data, solve complex problems, write well, and communicate effectively. Our programs are short, one-hour introductions to the world of ideas that stimulate this kind of individual growth and business culture.

“New Hampshire Humanities is proud to partner with the state’s business community to offer Humanities @ Work to employers who recognize that technical training alone is not a good strategy for attracting and retaining top quality workers,” said New Hampshire Humanities Board Chair, Ellen Scarponi of Consolidated Communications. “By making it easy and affordable for employers to offer humanities-based programs in the workplace, New Hampshire Humanities gives employers the ability to provide something that unites, inspires, and enlightens their employees, contributing to overall job satisfaction, creating a responsive, respectful workplace, and retaining the best workforce possible.”

Employers can choose from the many Humanities to Go offerings in our speakers’ bureau or request customized programs to fit your needs. Our programs can be used as part of team-building exercises, diversity training, or personal development and enrichment efforts. Contact Dr. Tricia Peone, Program Manager, to book a Humanities@Work program, and we’ll help you schedule it at a convenient time for you and your staff (lunchtime programs are a popular choice).

*If your company is a member of the NH Business & Industry Association OR the NH Business Committee for the Arts, please let us know when you book the program. Once confirmed, the discount will be applied and your company will be invoiced accordingly.

“At a time when worker retention and talent recruitment is a leading concern for employers, cultural programming offers businesses another tool in fostering a vibrant workplace. Many employers recognize that providing these opportunities create more well-rounded, engaged employees who are more likely to stay and work in New Hampshire.”  JIM ROCHE, PRESIDENT, BUSINESS & INDUSTRY ASSOCIATION

Did you know?

Here are some of the many skills do the humanities teach us...

• Critical thinking

• Data analysis

• Reading skills

• Writing skills

• Communication skills

• Empathy

• Self-awareness and self-reflection

• Problem solving

• Connecting ideas

• Knowledge of cultures/languages beyond your own

• Understanding multiple perspectives

• Creativity and imagination

• Intellectual curiosity