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Women in Health and Care: Innovating for Impact

Bookings are now open for our Health and Care Women Leaders Network Annual Conference on 11 December in Leeds.
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General information

Time
11 December 2024 09:30 - 16:00 GMT
Audience
Open to all

Speakers

  • Sam Allen
    Samantha Allen
    Chief Executive, North East & North Cumbria Integrated Care Board
  • Tracie Jolliff
    Tracie Jolliff
    Inclusive, Anti-racist Leadership and Systems Development Specialist
  • Headshot of Selina Douglas
    Selina Douglas
    Chief Executive, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
  • Headshot of Alexandra Ankrah
    Alexandra Ankrah
    Senior Policy Advisor, NHS England.
  • Lorraine Sunduza
    Lorraine Sunduza OBE
    Chief Executive Officer, East London NHS Foundation Trust
  • Claire Riley
    Claire Riley
    Chief of Corporate Services, North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board and Women's Health Lead
  • Sally Warren
    Sally Warren
    Director General, 10 Year Health Plan
  • Headshot of Helen Ray
    Helen Ray
    Chief Executive, North East Ambulance Service
  • Headshot of Nicola Wesley
    Dr Nicola Hutchinson
    Chief Executive Officer, Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria
  • Headshot of Shera Chok
    Dr Shera Chok
    GP and chair and founder of the Shuri Network
  • Headshot of Fatimah Khan-Shah
    Fatima Khan-Shah
    Inclusivity Champion, West Yorkshire Combined Authority
  • Sandra Igwe headshot
    Sandra Igwe
    The Motherhood Group, Chief Executive

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

Join us on Wednesday, 11 December in Leeds for the network's eighth annual conference. The event will be hosted by our network chair, Samantha Allen, chief executive of North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board. Everyone is welcome.

Last year’s event sold out – book your place early to ensure you don’t miss out! If you're working at Agenda for Change (AfC) Band 8A or below, scroll down for more details about our Bren Bursary, where you can apply to win one FREE ticket to attend the conference.

The conference this year will focus on supporting delegates' personal and professional development and provide space for learning and networking. The programme will look at work underway within the sector and the network to progress gender equality, with a focus on how women and allies can come together to break barriers and drive innovative solutions.

You will listen to inspirational speakers sharing stories and join lively debates and discussions on the issues currently challenging our sector and beyond, including collaborative solutions for gender equity, workforce innovation, maintaining work-life balance and more.

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? 

Over the course of the day, you will have the opportunity to:

  • experience a combination of keynote, breakout and panel sessions
  • gather tools and advice to guide you on the next step of your leadership journey
  • gain inspiration and motivation from leaders, aspiring leaders and experts
  • connect with other senior and aspiring leaders, both male and female, working in health and care settings.

Programme

  • An opportunity to network with delegates and speakers, explore a variety of exhibition stands, and enjoy refreshments.

  • Samantha Allen, chair of the Health and Care Women Leaders Network, will kick off the event with an introduction highlighting the day's focus and key themes. There will also be an opportunity to participate in an icebreaker activity and connect with fellow delegates.

  • From healthcare assistant via law and the arts to national health policy adviser, Alexandra Ankrah’s 30-year career has been more diverse than most! She reflects on the challenges she has faced as a disabled woman on her leadership journey and inspires delegates with insights gleaned from her considerable experience. 

    Alexandra Ankrah, Senior Policy Advisor, NHS England

  • Inspirational panellists will share their experiences of breaking various barriers in the pursuit of innovation, offering insights from different perspectives. This session will provide a diverse range of viewpoints on overcoming challenges and driving progress in healthcare.

    Tracie Jolliff, Inclusive, anti-racist leadership and systems development specialist; and Deputy Chair, Health and Care Women Leaders Network

  • An opportunity to network with delegates and speakers, explore a variety of exhibition stands and enjoy refreshments.

  • Choose from three breakout sessions designed to enhance your leadership skills and give you the practical tools to make progress in your career.

    Breakout 1: Sexual safety
    Claire Riley, Chief of Corporate Services, North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board and Women's Health Lead

    Nicola Hutchinson, Chief Executive Officer, Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC)

    Breakout 2: Leadership

    Breakout 3: Women’s health

  • An opportunity to network with delegates and speakers, explore a variety of exhibition stands and enjoy lunch.

  • Be inspired by insightful perspectives from women leaders as they share their experiences of navigating the challenges of leadership in the NHS. Gain valuable advice and practical strategies to help overcome obstacles and succeed in your own leadership journey.

    Chair: Samantha Allen, Chief Executive of North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; and Chair, Health and Care Women Leaders Network

    Lorraine Sunduza OBE, Chief Executive Officer, East London NHS Foundation Trust

    Selina Douglas, Chief Executive, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust

    Helen Ray, Chief Executive Officer, North East Ambulance Service
     

  • Choose from three breakout sessions designed to enhance your leadership skills and give you the practical tools to make progress in your career.

    Breakout 1: Sexual safety
    Claire Riley, Chief of Corporate Services, North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board and Women's Health Lead

    Nicola Hutchinson, Chief Executive Officer, Health Innovation North East and North Cumbria (HI NENC)

    Breakout 2: Leadership

    Breakout 3: Women’s health

  • An opportunity to network with delegates and speakers, explore a variety of exhibition stands and enjoy refreshments.

  • An interactive session with Sally Warren (Director General – Ten Year Health Plan) – hear an update on development of the Ten Year Health Plan and take the opportunity to have your say!

    Sally Warren, Director General, 10 Year Health Plan

  • Join us for an insightful session with a senior woman leader, sharing valuable perspectives and practical insights on ongoing efforts to enhance gender equity. This is a unique opportunity to learn from her experiences and strategies. More information coming soon.

  • Samantha Allen, Chief Executive of North East and North Cumbria Integrated Care Board; and Chair, Health and Care Women Leaders Network

    Tracie Jolliff, Inclusive, anti-racist leadership and systems development specialist; and Co-Chair, Health and Care Leadership Network
     

Pricing 

The price to attend is £220 + VAT.

Due to a limited number of places, we currently have no reduced rates available for delegates in band 8a or below.

Book your place

Registration for this event is now open – book your place today.

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 email ross.edwards@nhsconfed.org.

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