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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 1d

Join the Nursing Now Challenge Global Book Club on Friday at 2pm (BST)!

Professor Julia Downing and a panel of global #nurses will be contributing to the session focussing on children's palliative care.

Register here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 3d

Nurse Michelle Cox, who won a landmark racial discrimination case against NHS England in 2023, has launched the Michelle Cox Anti-Racism Award in partnership with @rcnfoundation.bsky.social. The grant supports projects tackling racism in healthcare.

Find out more: rcni.com/nursing-stan...

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 3d

If you missed Nursing Now Challenge's webinar last week, you can now watch "From evidence to action: Disseminating the #SoWN report & advancing policy dialogue" over on YouTube.

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From evidence to action: Disseminating the SoWN report & advancing policy dialogue

YouTube video by Nursing Now Challenge

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 8d

The deadline for the #NHS' Professional strategy for nursing and midwifery survey has been extended until the 13th October.

Have your say here: www.engage.england.nhs.uk/survey/profe...

Professional strategy for nursing and midwifery - defining the next era of nursing and midwifery - NHS England - Citizen Space

This site contains surveys and consultations that are run by NHS England.

www.engage.england.nhs.uk

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 9d

Tomorrow is the last day to submit an abstract for the 2026 ICN #NPAPN2026 Network Conference.

Don't miss the opportunity to share your expertise with colleagues from around the globe. Submit your 300-word abstract, today!

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ICN NP/APN Network Conference 2026

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 9d

@thekingsfund.bsky.social have announced their upcoming conference exploring the government’s ambition to create the ‘healthiest generation of children in our history’.

Find out more about the event, taking place on the 25th November, here: www.kingsfund.org.uk/events/child...

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 9d

In a new blog, @fnightingalef.bsky.social's Director of Academy, Dr Natasha North reflects on their recent webinar which reflected on the State of the World’s Nursing Report.

Read the blog here: florence-nightingale-foundation.org.uk/are-nurses-s...
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The 2030 Test: Are Nurses Shaping Systems?

FNF recently brought together an extraordinary panel of global nursing leaders to discuss the State of the World’s Nursing 2025 report. Find out more.

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 9d

The Trustees of the Burdett Trust for Nursing are delighted to announce a new partnership with Cavell.

From October 1st Cavell will be delivering hardship support on behalf of the Junius S Morgan Benevolent Fund.

Read more about our partnership here - www.btfn.org.uk/a-new-partne...

Image reads: We are absolutely delighted to be working with Cavell to deliver hardship support in future. I am truly grateful for the team Burdett who have done an excellent job to date. This opens a new chapter for the Junius S. Morgan Benevolent Fund which will greatly enhance the support received byt hose who need it most." Alan Gibbs Chairman

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 13d

Tomorrow is the deadline to apply to be a Nursing Times student editor for 2025-26.

Find out more here: www.nursingtimes.net/education-an...

#StudentNurse

Apply now to be a Nursing Times student editor for 2025-26

Have something to say and enjoy writing? Then start your application today to be one of our Nursing Times student editors for 2025-26.

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 13d

iHV have launched a prestigious leadership programme - The Elizabeth Fradd Leadership Programme: iHV Fellows.

Apply now for this new Programme which offers the only UK-wide fellowship dedicated to investing in health visitor leadership. buff.ly/Hg17VZ5

@ihealthvisiting.bsky.social

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 14d

Early bird rates for @ihealthvisiting.bsky.social 's Leadership Conference are available until 30th September.

Book for 'Leading Health Visiting: Creating the Future' here: sites.google.com/view/ihv-lea...

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 14d

We are proud to announce our partnership with BMJ Future Health. The London conference is taking place on 6 and 7 November with two days filled with keynotes, workshops and interactive sessions.

Use code: NURSE20 to get 20% off the standard rate.

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London Registration | Digital Health & AI Conference

Get your ticket for BMJ Future Health London conference. View ticket options and pricing for this premier healthcare and health-tech conference.

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 15d

As the seasons change there is an opportunity to reflect on the passing year and the Burdett Trust's journey into 2026.

Read about our actions following our stakeholder survey and an update on Burdett Trust grants

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Year of Review Update – The Burdett Trust for Nursing

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Nursing in Practice @nursinginpractice.bsky.social · 16d

New Nursing in Practice podcast episode – listen now

#podcast #nursing #primarycare #GPNs #studentnurse #UKnurses #nursesky

New Nursing in Practice podcast episode – listen now

The second episode of the Nursing in Practice podcast is live and available to listen to on Spotify and Apple Music

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 16d

Nursing Times Student editor, Sana Gul reflects on how early career nurses contribute a distinctive perspective to policy and strategy formulation.

Sana is Co-Chair of the Nursing Now Challengers' Committee.

www.nursingtimes.net/students/our...

'Our profession is most robust when every voice is appreciated'

Student editor Sana Gul on how early career nurses contribute a distinctive perspective to policy and strategy formulation.

www.nursingtimes.net

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 19d

Join the upcoming #ArtofNursing webinar to hear from nurses who are also authors of fiction.

How does being a nurse help, & how do stories address stigma & develop insights & skills we need to be well? ⁦

Sign up for the event on 24th September at 1pm.

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The Art of Nursing: Novel Nurses

The seventh Art of Nursing Webinar, in partnership with Foundation of Nursing Studies, looks at the work of nurses who write novels.

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 19d

Those in the Americas' region are invited to register for the upcoming Introduction to HAT Course!

Don't miss the opportunity to enhance your Person-Centred Practice in fun, experiential and dialogical workshops.

Register here: buff.ly/YnMObXq

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Institute of Health Visiting @ihealthvisiting.bsky.social · 19d

This year's #iHVLeadership2025 Conference programme focuses on some of the most important topics and questions that we are all grappling with across our sector. We are delighted to host Felicity Gillespie, speaking on 'Starting Reception'. Find out more: buff.ly/sewwGaa

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The Queen's Nursing Institute Scotland @qniscotland.bsky.social · 19d

Individuals want to take charge of their own health

That’s why @selfcareforum.bsky.social is encouraging professionals to use #SelfCareWeek to inspire & empower people to take better care of their health and wellbeing.

Click here for more:
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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 22d

Join The ICN on 30th September for a dynamic webinar on how to strengthen support for #nurses’ #health and wellbeing.

Register here: bit.ly/47LmONC

Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 23d

This Friday at 1pm (BST) Health Action UK are holding their first 15 min #TakeABreath session.

Register or just join on the day!

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 23d

Entries are now open for the Student Nursing Times Awards 2026!

You can nominate yourself, celebrate your team, or put forward someone whose contribution deserves to be recognised.

studentawards.nursingtimes.net/snta2026/en/...

@nursingtimes.bsky.social

Homepage2026 - Student Nursing Times Awards 2026

Now in their 15th year, the Student Nursing Times Awards will return on Friday 24th April 2026 to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of the next generation of nurses and the educators who suppo...

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 23d

Applications are now being received for @fnightingalef.bsky.social's Windrush Leadership programme, funded by NHS England

Find out more about making an application by 8th December here: florence-nightingale-foundation.org.uk/programmes/w...

Windrush Leadership Programme - Florence Nightingale Foundation

Find out about FNF's Windrush Programme which is available to nurses and midwives in England from minority ethnic backgrounds.

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 28d

The RCN have launched their Research Strategy, which aims to provide a framework to empower nurses to lead, engage with & apply research that transforms person-centred care, improves outcomes & addresses complex health challenges.

Read the strategy: bit.ly/42iUhv5

RCN Research Strategy Publications | Royal College of Nursing

The RCN Research Strategy sets out our vision to champion nursing research, and to empower all of our members to lead, engage with, and apply research findings.

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Burdett Trust for Nursing @burdetttrust.bsky.social · 28d

This November, the Nursing Now Challenge are launching the #Grassroots podcast!

This new series will spotlight student & early-career nurses & midwives who are driving innovation & leading change.

Would you like to be featured?

Contact the Nursing Now Challenge: bit.ly/4pnZjAD

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