The Global Empathy in Healthcare Network Symposium: ‘Rehumanising Healthcare in a Divided World’ is open to healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, and advocates from around the world.
With members from the UK, US, Australia, Brazil, Nigeria, and beyond, the network is a truly global organisation united in its commitment to restoring empathy and human connection in healthcare.
In today’s increasingly digital and fragmented healthcare systems, empathy is more crucial than ever.
This symposium will bring together thought leaders, practitioners, and innovators to examine how we can rehumanise care in an era of technological advancements, remote interactions, and rising healthcare divides.
Through keynote presentations, workshops, and collaborative discussions, attendees will explore practical strategies for integrating empathy into digital platforms, overcoming barriers to human connection, and addressing the challenges posed by an often impersonal, tech-driven healthcare environment.
This event offers a unique opportunity to connect with global experts, share insights, and learn actionable solutions for fostering compassionate, patient-centred care in a digital world.
WHEN: 15-16 September 2025
WHERE: College Court Conference Centre and Hotel, Knighton Road, Leicester LE2 3TQ
***Early bird rates are available until 16 May 2025
***Final deadline for bookings is 1 August 2025
CALL FOR ABSTRACTS: The Global Empathy in Healthcare Network invites abstract submissions for workshops, oral presentations, and posters at the Rehumanising Healthcare in a Divided World symposium. We welcome submissions related – but not limited – to:
Empathy in clinical practice and medical education
Innovative approaches to teaching and assessing empathy
The role of empathy in reducing health inequalities
Supporting healthcare professionals’ well-being through empathy
Patient perspectives on empathy and compassionate care
Cross-cultural and interdisciplinary perspectives on humanising healthcare
Technology and its impact on empathic healthcare
DEADLINE FOR ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS: 16 March 2025. Find out more here
This symposium is being organised by Global Empathy in Healthcare Network founding member The Stoneygate Centre for Empathic Healthcare, which is part of the University of Leicester.
Symposium tickets include lunch and refreshments on both days and one evening meal.
For further information email registrations@ojpr.co.uk