National Leadership & Innovation Agency For Healthcare: Latest News

Health Foundation's Shine programme open for funding applications

Tue, 01 May 2012 12:04:32 GMT

Over £1 million available to support innovative healthcare teams

Powys Teaching Health Board Shortlisted Four Times in NHS Wales Awards 2012

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 09:23:56 GMT

The health board has been shortlisted in four out of seven of the award categories.

NLIAH represented at the IHI International Forum 2012

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 10:51:54 GMT

The forum takes place in Paris this week showcasing global best practice in healthcare.

Courses restore confidence for those with chronic conditions

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 08:45:08 GMT

From today (Monday 16 April), all 708 pharmacies in Wales will be participating in a two week campaign to give patients with long term conditions the confidence and skills to manage their health.

Aneurin Bevan Health Board Shortlisted Six Times in NHS Wales Awards 2012

Thu, 12 Apr 2012 08:52:06 GMT

The health board has been shortlisted in four out of seven of the award categories and is up for Citizens at the Centre of Service Re-Design and Delivery, Improving Patient Safety, Improving Quality Through Better Use of Resources, and Working Seamlessly Across Organisations.

Improving Patient Care - NHS Wales Awards 2012 Finalists Announced

Mon, 02 Apr 2012 08:32:34 GMT

The finalists reveal a high standard of diverse and innovative work that is delivering improved patient care across Wales.

Transforming Care spreads across Wales

Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:07:17 GMT

Developed and delivered by NLIAH, and a key part of 1000 Lives Plus, Transforming Care is becoming part of the way NHS Wales does business

Stonewall Workplace Conference April 20th 2012

Wed, 22 Feb 2012 10:26:37 GMT

Bookings are open for Stonewall’s Workplace Conference 2012 – the must attend event for anyone involved in the delivery of lesbian, gay and bisexual equality in the workplace.

Applications double for the NHS Wales graduate management training scheme

Fri, 17 Feb 2012 13:04:47 GMT

The interest in a career in management with NHS Wales has significantly increased from our previous recruitment campaign in 2010 as we were delighted to receive 466 applications (an increase of 53% from 2010).

Equality Champions' Conference: Delivering Equality Outcomes in Challenging Times

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 14:08:08 GMT

8th February 2012

10.30 - 3.30

Novotel Hotel, Cardiff

'Small Changes, Big Impact' -- The 2012 IHI Open School (UK) Conference

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 13:16:57 GMT

You’re invited to Cardiff this spring for ‘Small Changes, Big Impact’ - the annual IHI Open School (UK) Conference.

Accessible Healthcare for People with Sensory Loss in Wales - NEW REPORT

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:23:18 GMT

This report is designed to assist the NHS in Wales in delivering high quality and accessible services to people with sensory loss in

Wales

NLIAH e-Bulletin January 2012

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 12:57:46 GMT

Catch up with the latest news in the January edition of the NLIAH e-Bulletin.

Discover more at the NLIAH Learning Laboratory

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 09:08:42 GMT

Resources to support your continuing professional development.

Advanced Development Programme now open for applications

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:44:51 GMT

A Graduate Level Training Programme to develop emerging leaders for NHS Wales.

Hurry! Less than 3 weeks left to enter the NHS Wales Awards 2012

Tue, 03 Jan 2012 08:42:02 GMT

You and your team could be winners at the NHS Wales Awards 2012.

Five weeks to go - enter the NHS Wales Awards today!

Fri, 16 Dec 2011 08:10:55 GMT

The search is on for innovative health care teams in NHS Wales to have their work recognised by entering the 2012 NHS Wales Awards.

Do you have a Big Ambition to make a difference to patients and people of Wales?

Wed, 14 Dec 2011 08:33:47 GMT

If so, you may be interested in an exciting development opportunity - the graduate level management training scheme for NHS Wales.

New E-Mentor programme launches

Tue, 13 Dec 2011 11:44:53 GMT

December sees the launch of a brand-new e-mentor programme by NLIAH.

Ministerial Launch of "Advanced Practice The Portfolio"

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 10:54:22 GMT

The Portfolio was launched by the Minister for Health and Social Services, Lesley Griffiths on Thursday 1st December 2011 at University Hospital, Llandough.

NLIAH e-Bulletin November 2011

Tue, 29 Nov 2011 12:17:08 GMT

Catch up with the latest news in the November edition of the NLIAH e-Bulletin.

Equality Duties and the Welsh Government

Mon, 28 Nov 2011 18:23:13 GMT

The Welsh Government is in the process of deciding how the Welsh specific equality duties could make a positive difference to the way we work and we want to hear from you.

Call for Papers - Chief Nursing Officer for Wales Annual Conference

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 08:45:24 GMT

Strictly Patients - Listening to Improve; Celebrating Excellence

Improving Care - Launch of NHS Wales Awards 2012

Tue, 01 Nov 2011 08:27:58 GMT

The search is now on for innovative health care teams in NHS Wales to have their work recognised by entering the 2012 NHS Wales Awards.

New NHS student bursary arrangements

Mon, 24 Oct 2011 08:55:15 GMT

Welsh Government have issued a press release outlining changes to the NHS student bursary system.

Free online WebEx seminar to launch the NHS Wales Awards 2012

Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:40:20 GMT

You and your team could be winners in the 2012 NHS Wales Awards!

NLIAH e-Bulletin September 2011

Mon, 19 Sep 2011 14:58:54 GMT

Catch up with the latest news in the September edition of the NLIAH e-Bulletin.

Apply now for funding for UWIC leadership course

Fri, 16 Sep 2011 14:39:06 GMT

The PG Certificate in Leadership for Collaboration is funded by NLIAH - apply by 23 September.

"Seizing the Moment"- The Equalities Agenda for Older People in Wales

Thu, 15 Sep 2011 12:55:46 GMT

Age Cymru will be running seminars at:

· St Asaph on Wednesday 19th October 2011

· Swansea on Fr

New EHRC Report Published - Hidden In Plain Sight

Tue, 13 Sep 2011 12:16:20 GMT

The EHRC has published the report of its s.16 Inquiry into the actions of public authorities and public transport operators to prevent and eliminate disability-related harassment.

NHS Wales Awards 2011 winner shortlisted for HSJ Awards 2011

Fri, 09 Sep 2011 10:38:36 GMT

An innovative project to improve foot care services for community patients and in-patients has been shortlisted for the HSJ Awards 2011.

NHS Wales student bursary enquiries

Thu, 25 Aug 2011 11:23:56 GMT

For all enquiries, please contact the bursary helpline on 02920 196 167.

NEW - NSF for Older People Summer Newsletter 2011

Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:55:53 GMT

Available to download now - Summer Newsletter 2011

New era for event management at NLIAH

Tue, 16 Aug 2011 09:30:41 GMT

NLIAH will shortly be revolutionising their event management processes with the introduction of a web based event management system (EMS).

NLIAH e-Bulletin July 2011

Mon, 25 Jul 2011 14:14:27 GMT

Catch up with the latest news in the July edition of the NLIAH e-Bulletin.

Improving Care - NHS Wales Awards 2011 Winners

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 08:53:06 GMT

Helping patients to cope with bowel cancer, preventing pressure ulcers and providing specialist treatment to help people lose weight is just some of the work which has been recognised in this year’s NHS Wales Awards, announced today.

NEW Age E-Bulletin

Thu, 30 Jun 2011 08:27:59 GMT

A new E-Bulletin is available on the NHS Centre for Equality and Human Rights' website.

Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month

Tue, 14 Jun 2011 10:04:14 GMT

An invitation to attend the 2nd national Gypsy, Roma and Traveller History Month event at the Newport Riverfront Centre Theatre and Arts Centre on the 30th June 2011.

Working together to help older people live independently

Mon, 13 Jun 2011 13:47:21 GMT

Free Webinar - Thursday 30th June between 10:30am and 12:00pm

New online Living Library to support and encourage knowledge transfer -- can you help us?

Fri, 10 Jun 2011 15:11:40 GMT

The Living Library is an online resource, publically available on the NLIAH/PSMW Ascend website and aimed mainly at colleagues working across the Welsh public service.

EHRC publish Equality Duty Guide

Thu, 09 Jun 2011 14:30:56 GMT

The EHRC has published The Essential Guide to the Public Sector Equality Duty - An Overview for Listed Authorities.

Guidance on Involving NHS Service Users and Carers

Thu, 19 May 2011 19:52:56 GMT

We request that all evaluation forms are received by Wednesday 25th May 2011.

NLIAH e-Bulletin

Wed, 04 May 2011 12:07:06 GMT

Catch up with the latest news in the May edition of the NLIAH e-Bulletin.

Do you have a long term health condition?

Tue, 03 May 2011 10:58:32 GMT

The Expert Patients Programme is designed just for you.

National principles for public engagement in Wales

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 14:53:43 GMT

The National Principles for Public Engagement were endorsed by the Welsh Assembly Government in March 2011.

Guidance on Involving NHS Service Users and Carers

Thu, 21 Apr 2011 08:48:13 GMT

It is very important that we understand the impact this document has had on developing health services and supporting people with vascular conditions and related chronic diseases.

Disability and Poverty

Wed, 13 Apr 2011 15:02:31 GMT

Leonard Cheshire Disability have published a report which looks at the economic hardships faced by disabled people in Wales today.

FREE Human Rights in Healthcare Event

Thu, 31 Mar 2011 16:26:09 GMT

Merseycare NHS Trust are holding a free Human Rights in Healthcare event on the 11th May 2011

Improving Care - NHS Wales Awards 2011 Shortlist Announced

Mon, 28 Mar 2011 07:14:21 GMT

The shortlist of finalists for the NHS Wales Awards 2011, announced today reveals a high standard of diverse and innovative work in health organisations across Wales.

New Joseph Rowntree Publication

Tue, 22 Mar 2011 11:18:00 GMT

Can social networks help people cope with or move out of poverty, and if so how?

International Women's Day 2011

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:47:24 GMT

March 8th 2011 marks the 100th International Women's Day.

NHS Employers Briefing

Tue, 08 Mar 2011 15:34:10 GMT

NHS Employers have a page of useful documents and guidance to help support NHS Organisations to implement the Equality Act at a local level.

NLIAH e-Bulletin

Mon, 28 Feb 2011 14:39:45 GMT

Catch up with the latest news in the February edition of the NLIAH e-Bulletin.

The Welsh Language Measure

Tue, 22 Feb 2011 10:56:14 GMT

The aim of the Measure is to provide greater clarity and consistency for Welsh speakers about the services they can expect to receive in Welsh.

Do you have a long term health condition?

Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:29:34 GMT

The Expert Patients Programme is designed just for you. Courses starting in Bridgend include Maesteg Leisure Centre - 14th February at 1pm.

Make a real difference to people with cancer today

Tue, 25 Jan 2011 10:02:07 GMT

Trustees for Tenovus - we wish to recruit 3 new members to our Board of Trustees.

EHRC Publishes New Sexual Orientation Papers

Wed, 12 Jan 2011 10:24:34 GMT

The Equality and Human Rights Commission has published two new "thinkpiece" papers.

International Day of Disabled Persons 2010

Fri, 03 Dec 2010 16:05:59 GMT

The UN International Day of Disabled Persons is annually observed on the 3rd of December with an objective to promote an awareness of disability issues.

World Stroke Day - Timely treatment is improving care for stroke patients across Wales

Fri, 29 Oct 2010 08:28:19 GMT

Patients who suffer a mini stroke will receive specialist medical assessment and treatment within 24 hours thanks to new measures being introduced by health boards across Wales.

Equality and Human Rights Commission Guide Published

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 13:00:57 GMT

The Commission has launched a short, practical guide to help decision-makers put fairness and transparency at the heart of the difficult financial decisions ahead.

Consultation on model of assurance of health care support workers

Thu, 21 Oct 2010 12:55:50 GMT

The Welsh Assembly Government and NLIAH have developed two documents, Code of Conduct for Health Care Support Workers and the Code of Practice for Employers for NHS Wales. A consultation process has been set up to gather views on a number of key areas.

Supporting Health Boards to share primary care good practice

Fri, 15 Oct 2010 11:05:01 GMT

On 29 September, NLIAH co-hosted and co-facilitated a multi-agency workshop to support Health Boards in writing effective primary care board reports.

Equality Act 2010 Workshops - Diary Marker

Thu, 14 Oct 2010 10:17:04 GMT

The NHS Centre for Equality and Human Rights, in collaboration with the Welsh Local Government Association, will be hosting three regional workshops on the Equality Act 2010 and the proposed Public Sector Equality Duties in Wales.

Embracing the Challenges: Changing Conditions

Tue, 12 Oct 2010 15:41:37 GMT

NLIAH is co-hosting an international event on 10-11 November 2010 that will bring together professionals and practitioners from health, social care and the third sector to learn about best practise and innovation in the area of chronic condition management.

NLIAH's Chris Hancock to speak at infections conference

Mon, 11 Oct 2010 09:06:33 GMT

Chris will be discussing infection surveillance at the Healthcare Associated Infections conference on 2nd December. Find out more in the conference flyer.

World Mental Health Day

Fri, 08 Oct 2010 11:39:45 GMT

Sunday the 10^th of October 2010 is World Mental Health Day.

World Mental Health Day was started by the World Federation for Mental Health in 1992.

Review of higher education provision

Tue, 05 Oct 2010 12:43:48 GMT

The Minister for Health and Social Services, Edwina Hart A.M., has requested a review of non medical healthcare education provision.

Apply now for the Advanced Leadership Initiative (ALI) programme

Thu, 30 Sep 2010 13:12:12 GMT

ALI is a new and innovative Leadership Development Programme for individuals expecting to step up to a Chief Executive post in the near future. The closing date is 8th October.

4 cyclists, 500 miles and 19 hospitals in 7 days

Wed, 15 Sep 2010 13:44:27 GMT

Four NHS workers are cycling around Wales to raise money for charities close to their hearts.

Postgraduate Certificate in Leadership for Collaboration now open

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 15:14:47 GMT

Public Service Management Wales (PSMW) and the National Leadership and Innovation Agency For Healthcare (NLIAH) have joined with UWIC and Bangor University to deliver this twelve month accredited programme to develop a cadre of leaders in Wales with the academic underpinning and experience to take forward the collaborative improvement agenda.

New Chronic Conditions Management Compendium Published

Fri, 13 Aug 2010 08:20:22 GMT

Created by the National Chronic Conditions Management Community of Practice, the compendium draws together the breadth of work undertaken across Wales by members of the Community of Practice.

Gender Fluidity Project

Wed, 11 Aug 2010 16:45:23 GMT

The Gender Fluidity Project is an exciting new project being undertaken by the LGBT Excellence Centre.

What have we been doing?

Wed, 14 Jul 2010 10:52:28 GMT

Catch up on the latest news and programme information with the July edition of the NLIAH E-bulletin.

Join the Multiagency Falls Collaborative for Wales

Mon, 12 Jul 2010 10:39:11 GMT

The aim of the collaborative is reduce mortality and harm in adults who have fallen and are at risk of further falls. Register your interest by 30 July.

NHS Wales Awards 2010 Winners

Fri, 02 Jul 2010 15:33:42 GMT

The winners of this year’s prestigious NHS Wales Awards 2010 were announced in a special ceremony at the All Nations Centre.

NHS Wales Chief highlights recommendations for Non Medical Prescribing

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 12:51:50 GMT

A report making recommendations to Health Boards on the development of non medical prescribing in

Wales

has been issued to Health Board Chief Executive Officers.

NHS Wales Awards shortlist announced

Tue, 15 Jun 2010 11:21:25 GMT

The shortlist of candidates in this year’s prestigious NHS Wales Awards 2010 reveal a high standard of innovation across Welsh healthcare organisations.

AmnesTea raises over £200 for charity

Fri, 04 Jun 2010 08:32:49 GMT

On Friday 28^th May 2010, it was Amnesty International’s 49^th birthday and hundreds of people world-wide put the kettle on and dusted down the dollies for a big birthday - AmnesTEA. The NHS Centre for Equality and Human Rights (NHS CEHR) got into the party spirit and held an AmnesTEA, at Innovation House, Llanharan.

Cardiff CCM Demonstrator Model For Diabetes Intermediate Care Clinics-Progress Underway

Fri, 28 May 2010 16:33:52 GMT

The purpose of the diabetes based work of the National Demonstrator at Cardiff is to develop a proposal to move a proportion of secondary care based diabetes out of patient clinics into the community.

Care pathways knowledge to be shared with colleagues

Mon, 24 May 2010 14:20:51 GMT

Margaret Rennocks, Service Improvement & Development Manager at NLIAH, will be speaking at the Care Pathways 2010 conference on the electronic Care Pathway for COPD management in primary care.