2026 Phi Mu Chapter Conference Group Photo

2026 Phi Mu Chapter Conference – 'Celebrating Diversity in Health and Social Care: Heart, Mind, and Body'

The 2026 Sigma Phi Mu Chapter Conference brought together an inspiring community of academics, practitioners, students, researchers, and healthcare leaders committed to advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and excellence in health and social care.

Through thought-provoking keynote addresses, research presentations, and meaningful conversations, delegates explored how inclusive and compassionate practice can shape the future of care. This photograph captures the collective expertise, collaboration, and shared commitment that made the conference such a memorable and impactful event.

Thank you to all speakers, presenters, delegates, and organisers for contributing to its success. Together, we continue to create positive impact in health and social care.

A few photos from the 2025 Conference 

 

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PHILOS Online Event

Our Promoting Health, Innovation, Leadership and Outstanding Scholarship (PHILOS) online event (3rd and 5th of November, 2026) is a great opportunity to showcase your work, connect with colleagues, and contribute to our growing culture of scholarship and leadership. You can present any initiatives you are undertaking in practice, education, or research. Also, student submissions and first-time presenters are particularly welcome.

There are two types of sessions:

  1. A 5-minute oral presentation (max 3 PPT slides)
  2. A 10-minute oral presentation (max 5 PPT slides)

Do submit your 300-word abstract to the PHILOS 2026 online conference abstract submission . The closing date for submissions is 26th August 2026.

Little Women webinar

Little Women webinar

We are pleased to invite you to join this thought‑provoking webinar, Little Women. This is not a fictional narrative, but a reflection on the lived realities within the nursing profession.

This session will explore a critical question: in a profession predominantly made up of women, why are so few visible in leadership positions? It will challenge assumptions, highlight inequities, and create space for meaningful dialogue on representation, recognition, and change within nursing.

We are honoured to welcome Dr Marion Lynch BEM RN RMN, the CEO of Art of Nursing, who doubles as a Vice President of Sigma Phi Mu Chapter, as our speaker.

Date: 10th June 2026
Time: 5:00 - 6:00 PM BST

NB: Members will receive the joining link via email before the session.

This webinar promises to be a powerful and reflective session, encouraging critical thinking and inspiring action towards a more inclusive and equitable future for nursing leadership. We look forward to welcoming you.

Current Sigma Phi Mu Chapter Board

Board Roles

Names

President

Professor Vanessa Heaslip

Vice Presidents 

Dr. Marion Lynch

Dr Janet Scammell

President-Elect

Dr. Precious Adade Duodu

Secretary

Dr. Bernice Law

Counsellor

Dr. Leslie Gelling

Treasurer

Professor Bridie Kent

Chair, Governance Committee

Adrian Jugdoyal (Acting)

Dr. Leslie Gelling

Chair, Leadership Succession Committee

Dr Joy Shao

Chair, Finance Committee

Viv Bennett

Chair, Recognition and Engagement Committee

Danni Collins

Chair, Research Committee

Dr. Heidi Singleton

Events Co-ordinators

Dan Bradshaw

Tiago Horta Reis Da Silva 

Chapter Archivist

Dr. Allison Wiseman

Student Presidents

Gabby Archer

Rachel Dewhirst 

Co-opted Members

Past Presidents

Dr. Leslie Gelling

Dr. Liz Westcott

Dr. Janet Scammell

Professor Elizabeth Rosser

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