Leader Autumn 2026

Foreword By Dr Frances Dodd, Head of NHS North West Leadership Academy At the NHS North West Leadership Academy (NHS […]

Julie Cheetham: Leading change through authenticity, compassion and clinical leadership

After almost four decades in the NHS, Julie Cheetham is preparing to retire with a wealth of experience spanning clinical […]

Developing the next generation of midwifery leaders

For Celena Biggs, becoming a midwife was an ambition she had held since childhood. Celena is a Band 7 community […]

Aislinn O’Dwyer: A journey through the NHS, leadership, and the power of public health

Aislinn O’Dwyer, Chair, East Cheshire NHS Trust, has had a remarkable journey through the NHS, spanning five decades and encompassing […]

Leadership drop-in: monthly conversations with NHS NWLA – frequently asked questions 

This summary consolidates the recurring questions raised during our Leadership drop-in: monthly conversations with NHS NWLA sessions. We hope this […]

How leaders can co-produce better with their communities

Co-production has become a common phrase across the NHS, local government and the wider public sector. Yet despite the best […]

From hospital to community: Insight from ‘This Van Can’ cancer awareness initiative

By Mingxi Suo, NHS North West Leadership Academy What can happen when a public health campaign moves into community spaces […]

Our C.A.R.E. Leadership Way

The C.A.R.E. Leadership Way highlights the power of partnership working to create a shared approach to leadership across organisations. Through strong relationships, listening and tailored leadership development support, the NHS North West Leadership Academy worked alongside partners to connect local ambitions with wider development opportunities, helping to strengthen leadership capability, collaboration and inclusion across the South East Sector Health Care Partnership.

Breaking the silence – one conversation at a time

By Kash Haroon, North West ADASS Associate Ask leadership teams how race is experienced in their organisation and the answer […]

Leader Summer 2026

Foreword By Frances Dodd, Head of NHS North West Leadership Academy This edition of Leader brings together powerful perspectives from […]