Neighbourhood Health Learning Conference |
Join us on 18 June 2026 for the Neighbourhood Health Learning Conference - a region‑wide learning event for leaders and partners shaping neighbourhood health across North East and North Cumbria. A day of shared learning, practical insight and place‑based leadership to support real neighbourhood health improvement. |
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Learning Disability and Autism Network: sixteen years of impact |
For 16 years, the Learning Disability and Autism Network has brought partners together to improve services, tackle inequalities and amplify lived experience. Its legacy continues to shape better outcomes for autistic people and people with a learning disability. Read more about the network’s 16‑year journey and impact. |
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Systems leadership microburst videos |
Leading across systems is essential but challenging. The Leading Together microburst videos from the North East and Yorkshire Leadership Academy offer short, practical learning on systems leadership and collaboration. Access five flexible videos, supported by a workbook, to support change across boundaries. |
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Practical steps for sustainable primary care |
Primary care is under increasing pressure, but small, practical changes can have a big impact. These evidence‑based slides by Dr David Cummins share real‑world actions GP practices and PCNs can take to cut costs, reduce carbon and work more sustainably - while keeping patient care firmly at the centre, now and for the future. |
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Research Engagement Network shared learning event |
The North East & North Cumbria Research Engagement Network (REN) is hosting its third shared learning event, focused on strengthening collaboration in children and young people’s mental health research. Open to health and care staff, VCSE partners and the public. Find out more and book your place via the Boost learning academy. |
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Healthworks: driving impact and reducing health inequalities |
Catch up on this inspiring Lunch & Learn recording with Paul Court, Chief Executive of Healthworks. Hear how community‑based programmes are tackling health inequalities and delivering £46.2m in savings. Drawing on the 2024-25 Impact Report, the session brings powerful data to life through real stories from across the North East. |
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Domestic abuse, suicide risk, and why it matters |
New national research, supported by local data from Northumbria Police, highlights a critical link between domestic abuse and increased suicide risk among women and girls. This work calls for a joined‑up approach across health, care, policing and the voluntary sector to improve awareness, strengthen early intervention and prevent avoidable harm. |
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Innovative physiotherapy learning in Teesside |
An innovative Student Academy in Teesside is reshaping physiotherapy learning through hands‑on, supported experience in real NHS settings. Led by the iMSK team, the programme helps students build confidence, autonomy and clinical judgement early in their careers - while strengthening the future physiotherapy workforce. |
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From idea to impact: lessons for healthcare innovation |
Turning ideas into real impact in healthcare takes more than technology. In a blog for Health Innovation NENC, Mr David Ferguson shares lessons from his innovation journey, highlighting the importance of solving real problems, building the right teams and embedding change into practice to improve outcomes for individuals and the system. |
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Sustainability Opportunity Model: learning from case studies |
The Sustainability Opportunity Model shares practical case studies showing how sustainability‑led change can improve care, deliver savings and reduce carbon. Developed by Peter Lillie, these slides highlight real examples from across the system, helping teams embed sustainability into everyday decisions. |
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HSJ Awards 2026: entries now open |
Entries for the HSJ Awards 2026 are now open, celebrating excellence and innovation across the NHS. With 25 categories, including new awards focused on neighbourhood care, pathway redesign and tackling inequalities, teams are invited to showcase impact, share learning and gain national recognition. Deadline: 29 May 2026. |
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Creative Health series
Creative Health shows how everyday creativity supports physical, mental and social wellbeing. This module series explores creativity as a determinant of health, helping staff start meaningful conversations, reduce inequalities and connect people with creative opportunities that build wellbeing for all. |
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Health Literacy Awareness
26 March 2026, 9:30am - 10:30am, Online
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How to Write Simply
26 March 2026, 11:00am - 12:00pm, Online
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Introduction to Personal Health Budgets (PHBs) in CHC
27 March 2026, 10:00am - 11:00am, Online
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Making Every Contact Count Training
27 March 2026, 1:00pm - 2:00pm, Online
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The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 2 Interactive Session (NHS staff only)
1 April 2026, 10:00am - 4:15pm, 1 Dorset Place (DL14 6TH)
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Poverty Awareness Training
1 April 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
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Interview Skills – Practical
15 April 2026, 10:00am - 11:00am, Online
Workplace Wellbeing - Thrive not survive
22 April 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
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MECC Talking Money and Wellbeing
23 April 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, City Hall Committee Room 2 (SR1 3AA)
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LUNCH & LEARN - Learning from failure, before it happens: The Sunderland approach
29 April 2026, 1:00pm - 1:30pm, Online
Navigating transition - a self-coaching approach
29 April 2026, 2:00pm - 4:00pm, Online
North East & North Cumbria Research Engagement Network (REN) 3rd shared learning event
29 April 2026, 4:30pm - 6:00pm, One Strawberry Lane (NE1 4BX)
Coaching Skills for Line Managers
6 May 2026, 1:00pm - 4:30pm, Online
Coaching your team through change
8 May 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
MECC Train the Trainer
11 May 2026, 9:30am - 1:00pm, Live Well Centre (TS1 2PA)
The Oliver McGowan Mandatory Training: Tier 1 Interactive Session (NHS staff only)
11 May 2026, 11:00am - 12:00pm, Online
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Poverty: Stigma and Unconscious Bias
20 May 2026, 12:00pm - 1:00pm, Online
Facilitated conversations for team leaders
21 May 2026, 10:00am - 12:00pm, Online
Neighbourhood Health Learning Conference
18 June 2026, 9:30am - 4:30pm, St. James' Park (NE1 4ST)
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