4th September 2024
We are delighted to launch bookings for our annual iHV Leadership Conference ‘Change for the better: Leading towards a fairer and equitable future‘. This year’s flagship conference will be held on Wednesday 4 December 2024 at De Vere Grand Connaught Rooms, Holborn, London.
The vibrant iHV Leadership Conference has become the highlight of the year for many – bringing together health visitors, health visiting leaders, policymakers, academics and partners from all four nations of the UK, all united in a shared vision to drive meaningful change for babies, children, families and communities through excellence in health visiting.
Be inspired – connect – learn! Lead health visiting into the future…
This conference will provide delegates with an opportunity to explore leadership in action, using examples from practice, research and policy to achieve fair and equitable health provision for all. It also provides an invaluable opportunity to connect with colleagues and leaders from across the UK to share ideas and innovations, stimulate learning and make new connections. Delegates tell us that they leave feeling re-energised and better equipped to lead health visiting into the future.
We have a fantastic line up of high profile and inspirational speakers all focused on equipping us to lead change for the better – the programme is organised around four key themes:
Leading change, improving health equity: Health disparities persist across the UK, and the need for equitable healthcare has never been more pressing. Learn from leading experts in their field and discover actionable strategies that you can implement in your practice, with keynote speakers:
- Professor Dame Lesley Regan – Women’s Health Ambassador for England and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
- Professor Charlotte McArdle – Deputy Chief Nursing Office for England and author of “Nurses for Health Equity: Guidelines for Tackling the Social Determinants of Health”
- Rosamund Adoo Kissi Debrah – Founder Ella Roberta Family Foundation
Leading health visiting policy across the UK: We are delighted to be joined by a 4-nations’ CNO panel discussing their strategies for health visiting in the UK, and the importance of leadership to strengthen prevention, population health and health equity:
- Duncan Burton – Chief Nursing Officer | England
- Karen Jewell – Chief Midwifery Officer | Wales
- Anne Armstrong – Chief Nursing Officers Directorate | Scottish Government
- Maria McIlgorm – Chief Nursing Officer | Northern Ireland
Leading through research and evidence-based practice: Engage with cutting-edge research that is shaping the future of health visiting. Keynote speakers include:
- Dr Christine O’Farrelly – Senior Research Associate at PEDAL – Health visitor “Healthy Start Happy Start”
- Hull Health Visiting team – Leading change through evidence-driven health visiting service model
- Speaker TBC – The importance of health visiting research
Lead Change, Shape the Future: Focused on leading and equipping the health visiting workforce. Explore the tools, strategies, and mindset needed to lead with impact. Keynote speakers include:
- Acosia Nyanin – Deputy Chief Nursing Officer for England – Professional and System Leadership
- Dr Karen Whittaker – iHV Education and Workforce Lead – Education project and maturity matrix
- Amanda Holland – iHV Professional Services Lead – Preceptorship and workforce retention
Spaces are limited, and demand is high for this popular conference, so early booking is recommended.
Options:
Join us in-person in London:
More and more people are telling us how much they value the opportunity to meet together in-person. London in December offers a unique setting for our conference, with an air of celebration as lights adorn the streets, creating a festive atmosphere unlike any other. This special occasion not only provides an opportunity to engage with thought-provoking discussions and insightful sessions, but also to reconnect with colleagues and build lasting relationships.
Don’t just take our word for it – here is what previous conference delegates said:
“This was probably one of the most inspiring conferences I’ve been to. Such incredible work driven by passionate professionals. My head was buzzing of ideas after I left and still is”
“Wow – Very strong speakers. Wonderful how new innovative practices and policies are shared and to hear it so eloquently from a parent’s perspective too”
Unable to join in person – join online: Thanks to our partnership with Inclusive Digital, a leading digital production company with expertise in online conferences, we have refined the art of online conferences and offer a fabulous experience to online delegates:
“An opportunity to attend virtually was invaluable. I feel I have had the benefits of going – renewed motivation, reminder of why we do this etc – without the long journey and the expense of staying in accommodation”
“The online option is a great inclusion and I really appreciate the opportunity to join…thank you”
“It was an amazing day, even attending virtually I felt part of the room.”
Whether you join us in the heart of London or from the comfort of your home, you can expect a truly enriching and connected experience.
Extra discounts and concessions are available for iHV members, early booking and group bookings. Our Early Bird offer ends on 31 October 2024.
