On October 1, 2025, attorney Lauren Simon Irwin will join a panel of distinguished speakers at the HR State Council of New Hampshire’s 2025 Legislative & Legal Conference. This highly anticipated event will bring together HR professionals, legal experts, and organizational leaders from across the state for a day of insight, education, and collaboration.
Lauren’s Panel: Navigating Religious Rights & Pronouns in the Workplace
Lauren will be addressing a timely and important topic: “Navigating the Collision Between Religious Rights and Preferred Pronouns in the Workplace.”
In today’s evolving workplace, HR professionals are tasked with balancing inclusivity, employee rights, and compliance with both state and federal laws. Lauren’s presentation will explore the complexities at the intersection of religious freedom and gender identity, offering legal perspectives, case examples, and best practices for creating policies that support respectful and compliant workplaces.
About the HR State Council of New Hampshire
The HR State Council of New Hampshire is an affiliate of the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) and is dedicated to promoting the HR profession within the state. As a nonprofit organization, the council supports HR professionals through professional development, networking opportunities, and educational events like its annual Legislative & Legal Conference.
In addition to conferences and workshops, the council provides members—including local SHRM chapter members and members-at-large—with valuable resources, professional development credits, and scholarship opportunities for SHRM certifications.
About the 2025 Legislative & Legal Conference
This year’s Legislative & Legal Conference will feature:
- Updates on new legislation and emerging employment law hot topics.
- Insights into federal and state enforcement initiatives.
- Discussion of HR’s role in legislative advocacy within New Hampshire.
- Interactive sessions and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration and knowledge sharing.
With its lineup of respected speakers and engaging programming, the event provides HR professionals with a unique platform to strengthen their understanding of workplace law and connect with peers across the region.