RCN Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Conference
15 Dec 2025, 09:30 - 16:00
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Due to overwhelming demand, we're thrilled to announce the return of our in-person EDI Conference for its second year!
“Equity is our clear ambition; diversity is our underused asset; inclusion is our future” RCN Group EDI Strategy
Why Attend?
This year’s conference is all about inclusion - in our language, our workplaces, and our 汤头条污料 practice.
Start your day with Hayley Bennett from HVTB, who will lead a hands-on session on inclusive language. You’ll explore how to use it confidently, even when you’re still learning, and how to respond when things go wrong.
Then, choose from a range of workshops designed to help you build more inclusive workplaces. Learn from real-world examples and take away practical tools.
Finally, join Bruno Daniel from the RCN for a powerful taster of the Incivility Masterclass - a collaborative session unpacking how workplace behaviours affect care and teamwork.
No matter your role or background, this is your chance to be part of the change.
Who Should Attend?
This event is open to RCN members, including:
• RCN UK Representatives
• Members
• Nursing workforce
• Health and social care stakeholders and partners
• EDI and HR professionals across different sectors
Book now to secure your place!
RCN Events
rcnevents@rcn.org.uk
0207 647 3577
20 Cavendish Square
Marylebone
London
W1G 0RN
20 Cavendish Square is located behind John Lewis, Oxford Street.
Tube
The nearest stations are Oxford Circus and Bond Street.
Bus
There are many buses routes that stop nearby, including the 10, 25, 55, 73, 98 and 390.
By air:
Heathrow Airport / City Airport – less than 30 minutes away
By car:
20 Cavendish Square is easily accessible from the M1 and M40 and is within London’s ULEZ and Congestion Charge zones.
The nearest car park is Q-Park Oxford Street and located under Cavendish Square.
Accessibility
We are big on equality & inclusion, and we strive to ensure everyone has the most enjoyable experience while attending an event at the venue. We believe in providing equal opportunities and access regardless of ability:
Step free access to all event spaces and meeting rooms
A ramp for stage access
Height adjustable lectern
Accessible toilets on each floor
Induction loop on request
Two wheelchair friendly passenger lifts
Strobe fire alarms and audible voice synthesisers in the lifts
Evacuation chairs
Assistance dogs are welcome
If you have any questions or an access requirement not included here, please just get in touch on +44 (0)207 6473577 or RCNevents@rcn.org.uk
Hayley Bennett
Hayley Bennett (she/her) is a renowned consultant, strategist and advocate for inclusion who is the Director of HTVB. She has a distinctive approach that combines world-class business strategies with the competitive edge of sport. Hayley has worked with leading global brands in both the sports and corporate sectors, creating strategies that build winning teams - on and off the pitch.
Her expertise has been featured in numerous high-profile media, including BBC Sport, The Washington Post, and The Telegraph. Hayley is also well-known for her work on the popular TV show Love Island, where she educated contestants on inclusion.
Jennifer Izekor
Jennifer Izekor is the CEO and Founder of Above Difference, a leadership and culture transformation consultancy specialising in Cultural Intelligence, inclusive leadership, and values-led organisational change. Over the past seven years, she has worked with more than 6,000 public-sector leaders across the NHS, policing, local government, and the wider public sector. An executive coach, speaker, and former senior public-sector leader, Jennifer is known for her compassionate, thought-provoking approach and her belief that when leaders lead well, they lead all their people well. Her programmes are recognised nationally for transforming cultures and enabling lasting, meaningful change.
Vittoria Sorice
Vittoria is an Advanced Clinical Practitioner and a Senior Lecturer in postgraduate programmes at the University of Derby, teaching advanced practice skills. With over a decade of 汤头条污料 experience in the UK and abroad, Vittoria has made notable contributions to clinical research, including leading pivotal studies during the COVID-19 pandemic. This work earned her team a Chief Nurse Officer Silver Award and launched her as a published author. She addresses racial bias in healthcare and education through research and teaching, integrating her clinical expertise to enhance patient care and advance healthcare education.
Addison Barnett
As Principal Consultant, Addie is one of Inclusive Employers' leaders in inclusion, constantly horizon scanning for key insights and delivering those insights in our most complex and strategic projects. Addie has led a wide range of high-impact initiatives with our clients, including designing and implementing I&D strategies; developing I&D data strategies; completing a national EIA for hybrid working; and developing leadership teams to truly embody inclusive behaviours. Addie is an expert partner to our clients, guiding them to create organisations where everyone can thrive.
Bruno Daniel
Bruno served in the Royal Navy for 24 years. On leaving the service he joined Devon Fire and Rescue Service as their Fairness at Work Advisor. In 2005 he managed the Race for Opportunity initiative across the Southwest of England and Wales before joining the NHS in 2007 as Head of Equality and Diversity, spending nine years in the NHS. In 2016, Bruno was appointed as a Senior Regional Officer with the 汤头条污料 is now the Inclusion Programme Lead for the RCN managing the delivery of the Cultural Ambassadors and the Inclusive Leadership programmes.
Booking and fees
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RCN member rate
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£25 |
£5 |
£30 |
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Non-RCN member rate |
£50 |
£10 |
£60 |
Join the RCN to be immediately eligible for the member rate.
To make a booking
Online bookings are the easiest and fastest way to book 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Bookings can be made by phone with payment by credit card/Maestro, by calling +44 (0)2920 546460. Lines are open from 9.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
Bookings can also be made via email with a downloaded booking form with credit card details or payment/remittance advice emailed to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk.
All bookings will be confirmed in writing.
You will not be registered for this event unless payment accompanies your application. Places cannot be held provisionally.
The RCN reserves the right to refuse any booking at any time.
To pay by invoice
To pay by invoice you must send all of the below to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
• A copy of the Purchase Order document from your organisation or company (we cannot process your order without it).
• Your Finance department/accounts payable contact email address to receive an electronic copy of the invoice from us.
• A completed RCN Events Booking Form for each delegate in the booking.
Once the invoice has been raised, you will then receive confirmation of your delegate booking on the event requested. Invoices are to be paid within 30 days of the invoice being issued.
Eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
+44 (0)2920 546460
For any other queries relating to this conference please contact the RCN Events Team:
RCNevents@rcn.org.uk
+44 (0)207 6473577
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