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The sixth annual WorkWell Lawrence Symposium aims to offer human resource professionals and business owners the advice and tools they need to make workplace wellness programs successful.

The event on Wednesday, May 4, will feature keynote speaker Dr. Roy Jensen, director of the Kansas University Cancer Center. Jensen will discuss environmental and behavioral factors related to cancer, according to a news release from the LiveWell Lawrence coalition.

Other presentations include a food demonstration from the Kansas University Healing Foods Kitchen and a discussion on creating a healthy food and beverage environment through potlucks and celebrations. An exercise moment with Patricia Middaugh, Lawrence Parks and Recreation fitness instructor, is also planned.

“The symposium addresses the strategies employers can use to empower their employees with opportunities to initiate and support healthy lifestyles in the workplace environment,” said WorkWell Lawrence Coordinator Ethan Wilms, of K-State Research and Extension — Douglas County, in the release.

The symposium will be held from 7:30 a.m. to noon May 4 at the Lied Center of Kansas Pavilion, 1600 Stewart Drive.

Registration is $40 until May 2; after then, it will be $50. Visit workwelllawrence.org to register or for more information.