The future of nursing leadership depends on a workforce that is diverse, inclusive, and equitable. In this compelling session, Dr. Ivy Lynn Bourgeault will explore the critical role gender plays in shaping leadership pathways within nursing and the broader health sector. She will examine the systemic and intersectional factors that influence career progression, from workplace structures to societal expectations, and highlight the challenges and opportunities that diverse leaders face.
Drawing from her extensive research and leadership in health workforce studies, Dr. Bourgeault will share evidence-based strategies and best practices to foster inclusive leadership development. Attendees will gain valuable insights into how organizations can create supportive environments that empower nurses from all backgrounds to lead with confidence and impact. Whether you are an emerging leader or a seasoned executive, this session will provide actionable takeaways to help shape the future of nursing leadership through a gender-equitable lens.
Ivy Lynn Bourgeault, PhD, Professor in the School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies, University of Ottawa
Ivy Lynn Bourgeault, PhD, is a Professor in the School of Sociological and Anthropological Studies at the University of Ottawa and the University Research Chair in Gender, Diversity and the Professions. She leads the Canadian Health Workforce Network, the Empowering Women Leaders in Health initiative and co-led the Team Primary Care: Training for Transformation project. Dr. Bourgeault has garnered an international reputation for her research on the health workforce, particularly from a gender lens. She was inducted into the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences in September 2016.