IAHSS UK Chapter Events
Stay connected with the IAHSS UK Chapter through our range of events designed to enhance your skills and knowledge in healthcare security. We offer valuable opportunities to network and stay informed about the latest trends in the industry.
Upcoming 'Tea and Talk' Session (with international collaboration)
World Mental Health Day: The Hidden Threat to Safety, Security and Us
09th October 2025
18:00 to 19:00 hrs
Presented by Laura Smith and Sarah-Marie Baumgartner RN
Burnout. Compassion fatigue. Ethical drift. Moral injury. Resilience.
We don’t talk about them enough—but their impact is undeniable.
This World Mental Health Day, we’re doing something different.
Join us for a powerful Tea & Talk session led by two experienced nurses, one from the UK, one from the US, for a truly international conversation. This isn’t just for clinical teams. It’s for security professionals, operational leaders, and anyone working under pressure in healthcare and high-stakes environments.
These hidden threats don’t discriminate. They affect teams, trust, and safety—and they deserve our attention.
What We’ll Explore:
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Burnout & Compassion Fatigue: How they show up on the frontline—and what they cost us.
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Ethical Drift & Moral Injury: How they take hold in high-stakes roles.
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Resilience That Works: Practical, trauma-informed strategies to build real resilience.
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Organisational Responsibility: What leaders can do to protect their people and reduce risk.
Let’s make space for the conversations that matter—across borders, disciplines, and departments.
Upcoming 'Lunch and Learn' Sessions
Capacity is not a thing - the investigation of mentally vulnerable suspects
24th September 2025
12:00 to 13:00 hrs
Presented by Michael Brown
Join us for an engaging and thought-provoking Lunch & Learn session exploring the challenges and legal principles involved in investigating mentally vulnerable suspects.
This session will challenge traditional assumptions about “capacity” and examine why capacity alone should not be the determining factor in prosecutions. Instead, we’ll focus on:
Why “capacity” is not a fixed concept in law
- The legal tests for prosecution, including mens rea and actus reus
- How mental vulnerability impacts responsibility without removing accountability
- Moving from clinical notions of capacity to legal considerations of competence
- The ethical and practical implications for professionals in health, security, and law enforcement
Whether you’re in healthcare, security, policing, or legal services, this session will equip you with fresh insights to support fair, balanced, and legally robust investigations.
Membership Offer
Become a member of the IAHSS UK Chapter and gain exclusive access to all our events. Enhance your professional development and connect with a global network of professionals. Join us today and advance your career in healthcare security!
Webinars: Stay Updated From Anywhere
Our webinars provide a convenient way to stay up-to-date on the latest trends in technology and developments in the security industry. Participate in insightful discussions led by industry experts and gain valuable knowledge from the comfort of your own office or home.
Annual Conference: Connect and Learn
The IAHSS UK Chapter's annual conference is a must-attend event for healthcare safety and security professionals. Network with colleagues, attend informative sessions, and discover innovative solutions to challenges faced in the industry. This conference offers unparalleled opportunities for professional development and collaboration.
Focus Areas: Addressing Key Challenges
IAHSS UK Chapter events typically focus on critical areas within healthcare safety and security. These include Violence Prevention and Reduction, Healthcare Safety, and implementing 'Right Care, Right Person' approaches. Our events provide practical strategies and best practices to address these important challenges.
