Conference

Women in Health and Care: Thriving not Surviving

Register for the Health and Care Women Leaders Network's ninth annual conference on Wednesday 3 December, in Leeds.
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General information

Time
3 December 2025 09:30 GMT
Audience
Open to all

Delivered by the NHS Confederation’s Health and Care Women Leaders Network. 

Join us on Wednesday 3 December in Leeds for the network's ninth annual conference.

This conference will support your personal and professional development, providing opportunities for learning and networking.

You will hear from inspirational speakers sharing their stories and engage in lively debates on pressing issues in the health and care sector, empowering you to flourish in your career and life.

This year's theme, thriving not surviving, promotes a culture of hope and optimism, focusing on work-life balance, effective coping strategies, envisioning life beyond work and fostering ownership and responsibility among younger women in leadership roles.

Together, we will explore how you can thrive in your career and beyond.

If you missed it, watch highlights from last year.

Who should attend?  

This conference is for anyone working in healthcare with an interest in creating an inclusive workforce and gender equity. Everyone is welcome.  

Why attend? 

Throughout the day, you will have the opportunity to:

  • experience a mix of keynote, breakout and panel sessions
  • gain inspiration and motivation from leaders, aspiring leaders and experts
  • gather tools and advice to help you thrive in your career and personal life
  • engage in discussions about current issues affecting the health and care sector and explore solutions for ongoing challenges
  • network and connect with like-minded professionals.
Programme

More information will be available soon. Follow us on LinkedIn for the latest updates. 

Pricing 

The price to attend is £220 + VAT.

To make the conference more accessible, we are pleased to offer a reduced rate of £110 for delegates at Band 8A or below. If you qualify, please complete this form to request your discount. Please note that, due to limited availability, rates will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

Book your place

Registration is now open – book your place today.

This event is likely to sell out, so we encourage you to secure your place early.

If you have any trouble registering your place, please email eventbookings@nhsconfed.org.
 

Speakers and exhibitors

If you are interested in speaking at our annual conference this year or if your organisation would like to secure an exhibition stand, please contact us at women.leaders@nhsconfed.org.