Event Overview
I will be speaking at the Working Together Conference hosted by Sheffield Health and Social Care NHS Foundation Trust, addressing the critical importance of inclusive leadership in mental health services. This conference brings together healthcare professionals, leaders, and stakeholders committed to transforming mental health care through collaborative and inclusive practices.
My Presentation
My keynote address, “Stepping Up: Leading Change for an Inclusive Future at Sheffield Mental Health Trust,” will challenge attendees to seize a defining moment for their organisation. I will emphasise that Sheffield Mental Health Trust stands at a crossroads where leadership choices today will determine whether the organisation builds an environment rooted in genuine high-quality care, inclusion, and equity.
Key Themes:
Leadership Excellence and Cultural Transformation
I will celebrate the leadership of Salma Yasmeen and her commitment to high-quality health and social care, while exploring how leaders who understand inequality can drive meaningful change.
Addressing Representation and Breaking Barriers
Drawing on research including McKinsey & Company findings on diversity, I will examine how BAME professionals navigate leadership pathways in healthcare settings, sharing success stories of those who have risen through the ranks despite systemic challenges.
From Challenge to Opportunity
The presentation will shift focus from problem identification to solution implementation, challenging negative narratives and encouraging a mindset of empowerment and possibility.
Personal and Professional Development
I will advocate for proactive steps including seeking coaching and mentoring, broadening professional experience, and engaging in difficult but necessary conversations about race and discrimination.
Call to Action
The session will conclude with a powerful call for individual and collective responsibility, urging delegates to step forward when opportunities arise to lead, mentor, or challenge the status quo. The message is clear: change begins with each person taking ownership of shaping organisational culture and moving from tokenism to genuine inclusion and excellence in care.
Conference Impact
This Working Together Conference represents an important opportunity to influence mental health service delivery across Sheffield, bringing together diverse voices committed to creating more inclusive and effective care environments.
Speaking Inquiries
If you’re interested in bringing transformational leadership insights focused on inclusion and equity to your healthcare organisation or conference, I would be delighted to discuss how my expertise can benefit your audience and drive meaningful change in your sector.
This speaking engagement reflects my ongoing commitment to developing inclusive leaders who create lasting positive change in healthcare and mental health services.
