The state of speaking up in 2026: data, trends & what they mean for you
Safecall
45:46
Speaking up is evolving fast. Drawing on Safecall’s 2026 Benchmark Report and real‑world client insights, this live session examines how reporting behaviours are changing, what’s driving those shifts, and how organisations can strengthen trust, independence and response.
We’ll look at where volumes and risk types are moving, how reporting channel choices are shaping case quality - especially for sensitive issues - and the governance expectations organisations must now evidence across jurisdictions. Our panel of experts will translate the data into clear actions for your programme, and what this means for your organisation today and over the next 12 months.
What you’ll learn
- Key data signals for 2026: The patterns that matter (report types on the rise; reporting channel shifts) and how to read them in your context.
- Independence in practice: How external channels build confidence across the whole programme and can lift trust in internal reporting.
- Channels with purpose: Why phone remains pivotal for complex or personal cases - and how to design comms so people choose the right route.
Who should attend
- Chief Compliance/Ethics Officers, General Counsel
- HR Directors, Employee Relations & Investigations leads
- Risk, Audit & Governance leaders
- Operational leaders in high‑risk, multi‑site or frontline environments
Speakers
Joanna Lewis
Managing Director, Safecall
Joanna is the Managing Director of Safecall. She leads the Safecall business teams in delivering confidential whistleblowing services, training, and independent investigations on behalf of organisations around the world. As part of that role, Joanna sees the effect that whistleblowing reporting has on promoting positive working cultures and preventing or mitigating damage to business reputations.
Jenny Segal
Founder & CEO at Speaking with Images I Ambassador of The Diversity Project I CIO at Nesta Trust
Jenny has had a long and varied career in finance, starting with a mathematics degree from the University of Oxford, qualifying as an actuary and working as a pensions and investment consultant. She specialised in leading sales teams for asset management companies, most recently as global head of distribution for Fidelity International.
A spat with cancer gave her a new perspective on purpose, and she now enjoys a portfolio career. Via her Speaking With Images consultancy she helps businesses to create cultures people want to work in, through public speaking, training programmes and her five books on motivation at work. She also holds a number of non-executive directorships, is an ambassador for The Diversity Project and serves as Chief Investment Officer for Nesta Trust.
Jenny spends her free time preparing for piano diplomas, running half-marathons and taking (what she hopes are) beautiful photographs.
Victoria Spurdle
Data Protection Officer at Brown & Brown Europe
Victoria Spurdle is the Data Protection Officer for the European Group, leading on data privacy across the UK, EU, and Asia. She partners with stakeholders to embed compliant and practical privacy controls throughout the organisation. Victoria is responsible for developing and maintaining data protection policies and procedures, delivering training, and providing guidance and support on privacy matters. She manages data subject rights requests and handles data protection complaints to ensure regulatory compliance. In addition to her data protection responsibilities, Victoria oversees the Group’s whistleblowing program, managing reports in line with policy and procedure. She played a key role in the rollout of the whistleblowing solution across the Group, ensuring robust governance and effective implementation.
Victoria Joined Brown & Brown in 2022 and reports to Andrew Hunter, Chief Legal Officer, Brown & Brown (Europe).
Replays
See allThe state of speaking up in 2026: data, trends & what they mean for you
45:46