Virtual Workshops 2025
As part of the Annual Education and Research Seminar 2025, we are excited to host three engaging virtual workshops in the weeks following the in-person event. These workshops are designed to dive deeper into critical topics in palliative care and education, offering participants the opportunity to connect with leading experts and gain practical insights—all in a convenient online format.
Whether you’re an educator, researcher, healthcare professional, or policy advocate, these workshops provide a unique platform to learn and engage on topics that truly matter. Each session is affordably priced at €20, making them an accessible way to continue your learning journey. Here’s a closer look at what you can expect:
Virtual Workshop 1: “Death and Dying at the Margins – A View from the Ground”
Date: 20th February 2025
Time: 16:00–17:00
Cost: €20
This workshop will explore the complexities of death and dying for individuals and communities on the margins of society. Through perspectives from the ground, we’ll examine the challenges, systemic inequities, and human experiences that shape palliative care in these settings.
Chair: Dr. David Byrne
Presenters:
Dr. Patrick O’Donnell
Dr. Enda Barron
Dr. Anna Marie Naughton
This session is a must-attend for professionals interested in social justice, healthcare access, and the intersections of inequality and end-of-life care.
Virtual Workshop 2: “Paediatric to Young Adult Palliative Care Challenges”
Date: 27th February 2025
Time: 16:00–17:00
Cost: €20
The transition from paediatric to young adult palliative care presents unique challenges for patients, families, and healthcare providers. This workshop will address these challenges, offering practical strategies and insights from experienced practitioners in the field.
Chair: Dr. David Murphy
Presenters:
Dr. John Allen
Dr. Hannah Linane
This session is ideal for those working in paediatrics, adolescent medicine, or anyone interested in improving care for young people with life-limiting illnesses.
Virtual Workshop 3: “Prisoners and Palliative Care”
Date: 6th March 2025
Time: 16:00–17:00
Cost: €20
This workshop focuses on the unique challenges of providing palliative care within prison systems. It will delve into the ethical, logistical, and systemic barriers that arise when caring for incarcerated individuals at the end of life.
Chair: Dr. Thomas Cahill
This session will be of interest to healthcare providers, policymakers, and advocates working in corrections, palliative care, or human rights.
Why Attend?
Our virtual workshops offer a valuable extension to the Annual Education and Research Seminar, allowing you to continue exploring key themes in an interactive and accessible format. Here’s why you won’t want to miss them:
Expert Insights: Learn directly from leading voices in palliative care and education.
Focused Topics: Each workshop provides a deep dive into critical and timely issues.
Interactive Format: Engage with chairs and presenters in real-time Q&A sessions.
Affordable Learning: Each workshop is priced at just €20, making them accessible to all.