Welcome to our monthly round-up of events and activities in the International Hospital Federation and Geneva Sustainability Centre, including news from our members and partners. |
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Results of our annual IHF members' survey are in
Each January, the IHF surveys its members to benchmark our performance and inform our work programme. This year's results showed a year-on-year increase in the perceived value of IHF membership, as well as the likelihood of participating in our activities. 95% of respondents agree that IHF membership is of value to their organization. Suggestions and feedback for further enhancements were shared with the Governing Council in February and will be implemented, wherever possible, by the team.
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What were the IHF's highlights in 2022?
Our Activity Report 2022 summarizes our activities, projects, and events, as well as the outcomes from our collaborations with other international organizations and NGOs. It celebrates the IHF’s growth and successes in delivering on our vision: healthy communities served by well-managed hospitals and healthcare services, where individuals can reach their highest potential for health.
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| Advocate for gender equity in healthcare leadership on 8 March
On International Women’s Day 2023, we are amplifying the call to #EmbraceEquity. Coordinated by our Women in Leadership Forum, IHF members will share their experiences and ideas for increasing gender equity in healthcare leadership. Join us by submitting a video. We will share materials with all IHF members to promote the campaign together.
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Young Executive Leaders 2023 prepares to launch
As we prepare to kickstart the YEL 2023 programme, the YEL Steering Committee welcomed new members to shape the programme, its objectives, and curriculum.
With a record level of interest, candidates will be selected from 284 applications from 37 countries. The Review Committee is composed of 35 reviewers from across the world, from our member and YEL Alumni communities. The chosen candidates will be announced in our March newsletter. |
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World Hospital Congress and IHF Awards 2023 |
Don’t miss the opportunity to showcase your work in Lisbon this October
The 46th World Hospital Congress will provide thought leadership, knowledge exchange, and great examples to learn from effective local actions. Submit your abstract before 5 April for a chance to showcase your successful projects, programmes, models, and innovations in leadership to the international healthcare community.
This year we’re putting a spotlight on five tracks: - Leaders successfully navigating the future
- Wellbeing and the future for our professionals
- Innovative approaches to providing healthcare
- The ever-expanding digital landscape
- Next-generation, climate-resilient and sustainable healthcare
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Get ready for the IHF Awards 2023 The IHF Awards 2023 will recognize innovative, impactful work in hospitals across the globe. With 7 categories offering opportunities to shine a light on the excellence and achievements in your organization, the call for entries will be launched in March. Stay tuned to our social media to be the first to know! Start planning your entries by reading more about the winners in 2022. |
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Podcast: Showcasing award-winning healthcare workforce wellbeing
Workforce wellbeing is a global concern and our latest podcast is here to inspire you. Dr Lawrence Lai, Chair of the IHF Awards Committee, met with Dominic Tung of Tan Tock Seng Hospital (Singapore), winners of the IHF Gold Award in 2022 for their wellbeing initiative. |
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Last chance to register: Sustainability bootcamp at ACHE Congress
Environmental sustainability, resilience, and navigating systemic changes are the three key emerging competencies for future-focused healthcare leaders. The benefits of sustainability-focused healthcare management go beyond human and planetary health, to workforce wellbeing and the cost savings that can be made. Don’t miss our special bootcamp on 19 March (8:00 am to 4:00 pm).
Participants can earn an additional 6 ACHE face-to-face education credits or other continuing education credits. You can sign up for the session as part of your ACHE Congress registration or independently through this link. |
Sustainable conferences: How to get started Want to make your conferences more sustainable but don't know how? Check out our new 'Getting Started' guide and learn new ways to reduce emissions, improve the sustainability of your venue and, above all, enhance the experience of your participants.
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Start your sustainability journey by creating green spaces
Creating green spaces in a hospital setting bring a range of benefits. From promoting patient recovery to improving workforce wellbeing, green spaces can contribute to resilience, encouraging biodiversity and boosting air quality for the whole community. If you have a great green space in your hospital, send us your examples!
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| Why does your organization need a Chief Sustainability Officer? Nick Watts, NHS (UK) explains why appointing a Chief Sustainability Officer is an important step for healthcare delivery organizations. The work of a Chief Sustainability Officer will enable your organization to reduce its impact on the environment while improving the health of the community it serves. |
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Introducing two new team members
A warm welcome to two new team members. Ryan Crowder manages partnerships related to programmes and resources as well as commercial strategies for the IHF and the Geneva Sustainability Centre. Edda Weimann directs the development and delivery of the Geneva Sustainability Centre’s executive-focused learning programme and its faculty, including masterclasses, study tours and peer learning. You can find out more about the whole team here.
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| PROMOTION: Prioritize workforce wellbeing with discounted registration for ASHHRA23 From 23 to 25 April, the ASHHRA23 conference is an opportunity for HR professionals to engage in healthcare workforce wellbeing issues with dynamic and engaging speakers and networking. To benefit from 10% discount on registration, use the code: ASHHRA23IHF10. |
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IHF brings international perspective to Indonesia’s PITSELNAS
PITSELNAS 2023 took place from 15 to 17 February: Indonesia's national scientific seminar and workshop, providing knowledge exchange on quality, patient safety, and hospital accreditation. Deborah J. Bowen, IHF President, and Risto Miettunen, IHF Past President, presented the role of the IHF to promote global collaboration and partnerships. |
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Mark your calendar: Upcoming member and partner events |
Membership and governance |
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Welcome to our expanding network #MembersMakeIHF, and our network just welcomed two new members. After a successful and productive experience at the IHF Congress in Dubai, the Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene of Guinea joined as a full member to improve their offer of training resources and networking.
New Standalone Associate member, Town Hospital, Egypt, is based in New Cairo. Town Hospital is an individual hospital established in 2022. The team is keen to expand their network to achieve operational and clinical excellence. |
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| Change of representative from Oman on IHF Governing Council
Welcome to Dr Sami Al Farsi who joined the Governing Council in January to fulfil the term as Oman’s representative. Dr Al Farsi is a Senior Consultant Paediatric Emergency, Director General and Chief Executive Officer of the Royal Hospital. In his governance role, he also joined the IHF Audit and Finance Committee.
We thank his predecessor, Dr Qasem, for his service on the Governing Council and we congratulate him on his new appointment as Director General of Planning and Studies at the Ministry of Health, Oman. |
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Thanks for reading. If you have news to share, you can contact us at any time:
katherine.bennett@ihf-fih.org. IHF Secretariat
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