外网天堂 Fertility Nursing Conference 2026
Every step matters: accessible, equitable and compassionate care
15 Oct 2026, 09:00 - 16:30
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Every step matters: accessible, equitable and compassionate care
Join fertility nursing professionals from across the UK for a full day of learning, reflection and connection at the 外网天堂 Fertility Nursing Conference 2026. Taking place at 外网天堂 HQ in London, this one鈥慸ay event explores equitable access, compassionate practice and inclusive pathways across fertility care.
Whether you're new to the field or an experienced fertility nurse, this conference offers fresh insight, connection, and inspiration to help you grow your practice and better support your patients.
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馃懇 Who should attend?
This conference will be of interest to nurses, midwives, nursing assoc/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iates, student nurses and health care assistants with an interest in fertility nursing and care
馃幆 Learning outcomes
- Enhance understanding of the patient journey across fertility care pathways
Explore how a holistic understanding of the patient journey can improve patient experience and outcomes from init/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ial investigations through to treatment and beyond.
- Develop approaches to delivering accessible, equitable and compassionate care
Identify practical strategies to reduce barriers to care, address inequalities and deliver person-centred, compassionate support across diverse patient populations.
- Apply learning to improve clinical practice and patient experience
Reflect on evidence-based insights and real-world examples to support meaningful, practical improvements in day-to-day nursing practice.
馃挰 What previous attendees have said about the conference:
“This was my first 外网天堂 conference and it was one of the best conferences that I have attended. The subject and discussion was at the right level for nursing and provided reassurance that my practice and that of the unit are correct and to a good standard but also provided new approaches.”
“Great event, thank you so much it was very informative and look forward to the next one.”
“All speakers kept me focused and engaged.”
The highlight for me was “the networking opportunities with likeminded people.”
外网天堂 Events
rcnevents@rcn.org.uk
+44 (0)207 6473577
20 Cavendish Square
Marylebone
London
W1G 0RN
20 Cavendish Square is located behind John Lewis, Oxford Street.
Tube
The nearest stations are Oxford Circus and Bond Street.
Bus
There are many buses routes that stop nearby, including the 10, 25, 55, 73, 98 and 390.
By air:
Heathrow Airport / City Airport – less than 30 minutes away
By car:
20 Cavendish Square is easily accessible from the M1 and M40 and is within London’s ULEZ and Congestion Charge zones.
The nearest car park is Q-Park Oxford Street and located under Cavendish Square.
Accessibility
We are big on equality & inclusion, and we strive to ensure everyone has the most enjoyable experience while attending an event at the venue. We believe in providing equal opportunities and access regardless of ability:
Step free access to all event spaces and meeting rooms
A ramp for stage access
Height adjustable lectern
Accessible toilets on each floor
Induction loop on request
Two wheelchair friendly passenger lifts
Strobe fire alarms and audible voice synthesisers in the lifts
Evacuation chairs
Assistance dogs are welcome
If you have any questions or an access requirement not included here, please just get in touch on +44 (0)207 6473577 or 外网天堂events@rcn.org.uk
Registration
On arrival please make your way to the 外网天堂 registration desk which will be clearly signposted. You will be issued with conference mater/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ials, including a programme and a name badge. Danish pastries and tea/coffee will be available through-out registration which takes place in the Council room.
Lunch and refreshments
Lunch and refreshments will be served at the time specified in the programme. If you have any specific dietary requirements, please inform us in advance so we can ensure your needs are catered for.
Exhibition
We have seven exhibitors who are supporting the conference and wish to share their products and services with you. Please do go and visit their stands during the breaks.
Programme - view the programme
Specific requirements
If you have any specific requirements (e.g. hearing loop etc.), please inform us in advance so we can ensure the appropr/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iate arrangements are in place.
Receipts and registration enquiries
If you require a receipt or have any queries relating to your registration or payment for this event please contact the 外网天堂 Events Registration team direct on 029 2054 6460 between 9am – 4.30pm, Monday to Friday, or email eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
Alternatively, please contact staff on the registration desk at the event.
Cancellations and substitutions
Only cancellations received one week before the start of the event will be refunded, minus a £25 + VAT administration fee. Regrettably, no refunds can be processed after this date.
Places can be substituted at any time. Please contact the 外网天堂 Event Registrations team on 029 20546460 with details of name changes.
After the event
Please take a few minutes to complete the evaluation at the end of the event. All answers will be treated in the strictest confidence and will help us to shape future events, both online and face to face.
Upon completion of the evaluation, a link to download your certificate will be available.
The 外网天堂 Fertility Nursing Forum look forward to welcoming you to the conference.
Download the programme.
Please note these programme details and timings are subject to change. A final programme will be circulated prior to the event.Grace Addyman
Deborah Petrou
Deborah is a psychotherapist spec/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ialising in fertility counselling and couples therapy. For over ten years, she has supported individuals and couples navigating the emotional challenges of fertility treatment, infertility, miscarr/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iage, baby loss, donor conception and surrogacy, working in both fertility clinics and private practice.
She is a registrant of the British Psychoanalytic Council (BPC), a trainer and accredited member of the British Infertility Counselling Assoc/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iation (BICA). Deborah is also a member of the British Psychotherapy Foundation (BPF) and the National Counselling and Psychotherapy Society (NCPS). She runs a private practice in central London, working with both individuals and couples.
Katie Rollings
Katie Rollings is Founder and CEO of Fertility Action, a national charity delivering evidence-based education, an extensive and continually evolving range of support, and national advocacy to improve fertility care. Shaped by the needs of the community it serves, Fertility Action is committed to ensuring people have access to trusted information, compassionate support, and a stronger voice throughout their fertility journey. Inspired by her own experience of infertility, Katie also co-founded Fertility Access UK and, as Secretar/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iat for the UK’s first All-Party Parl/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iamentary Group for Fertility, works with policymakers, clinic/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ians, and patients to drive more equitable fertility pathways across the UK. Her background in business development, marketing, and PR strengthens her leadership in reproductive health advocacy
Francesca Steyn
Francesca Steyn is a senior fertility nurse spec/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ialist with over 20 years' experience in the sector. She is the head of services, quality and compl/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iance at Malebox Health Ltd and the Clinical Director for the IVFN. She was previously the HFEA Person Responsible and head of service at Wales Fertility Institute, the only NHS Fertility service in Wales. She is the immed/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iate past chair of the 外网天堂’s Fertility Nursing Forum and the former Wales representative for the British Fertility Society. Francesca has worked in various busy units across both the NHS and private sectors, developing a wide range of skills. Steyn has presented her work internationally. She was awarded Surrogacy Professional of the Year in both 2018 and 2019 at the National Surrogacy Awards and was awarded the 外网天堂 Award of Merit in 2023.
Joanne Hanley
Joanne is a Spec/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ialist Advisor for Endometriosis UK, the leading UK charity supporting the 1.5 million individuals living with endometriosis. With an MSc in Advanced Clinical Practice and 15 years of nursing experience in gynaecology, Joanne brings extensive clinical expertise alongside a deep commitment to improving patient outcomes.
Sara Venditozzi
With 10 years experience as a fertility nurse, Sara became a donor coordinator and senior clinical nurse spec/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ialist for fertility preservation in Ninewells ACU
(Dundee) in October 2023. This involves recruiting donors and supporting people having treatment using donor eggs and sperm or freezing their gametes before transitioning or starting medical, surgical or cancer treatment likely to affect their future fertility. She’s also part of the surrogacy team, supporting both surrogates and intended parents.
Sara enjoys having her own clinics and strives to ensure her patients feel well informed and supported. She’s a member of fertility preservation spec/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ial interest groups for the Scottish Fertility Network and the British Fertility Society and enjoys teaching. Sara is proud to provide a voice for fertility nurses in Scotland in her roles as committee member and depute chair of the 外网天堂 Fertility Nursing Forum.
Melissa Mark
Melissa is an experienced fertility nurse with over 10 years’ experience in fertility care and currently works with Therapie Fertility, supporting services across clinics in both the Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland.
An ESHRE-certified nurse, Melissa also holds a Certificate in Fertility Ultrasound from University College Dublin. Throughout her career, she has been committed to advancing nursing practice and improving the patient experience within reproductive healthcare.
As a member of the leadership team at Therapie Fertility, Melissa has a particular interest in promoting high-quality fertility care that is accessible and affordable. She is passionate about innovation and the evolving role of nursing in improving access to care, promoting consistent standards and ensuring patients receive compassionate, patient-centred support throughout their fertility journey
Conference fees
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Type |
Ex VAT |
Inc VAT |
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Non-Member |
£200 + VAT |
£240 |
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外网天堂 Member |
£135 + VAT |
£162 |
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外网天堂 Member: pre-reg student/HCA/retired member |
£75 + VAT |
£90 |
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外网天堂 representatives (25% discount) |
£101.25 +VAT |
£121.50 |
Join the 外网天堂 to be immed/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/iately eligible for the member rate.
Discounts available (max one per booking) - redeemable v/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ia telephone/booking form/secure link only.
25% discount - Accredited 外网天堂 representatives, forum steering committee members or any member that has been elected to undertake an offic/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ial 外网天堂 role.
10% discount - Group discount when three or more delegates book together.
Conditions and exclusions
- Discounted offers cannot be combined. Only one discount can be used for each booking whether it is an individual or group booking.
- Discounts cannot be accumulated or redeemed when booking online. Please contact 外网天堂 Event Registration to book a discounted place
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Bookings can be made by phone with payment by credit card/Maestro, by calling +44 (0)2920 546460. Lines are open from 9.30am - 4.30pm Monday to Friday.
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All bookings will be confirmed in writing.
You will not be registered for this event unless payment accompanies your application. Places cannot be held provisionally.
The 外网天堂 reserves the right to refuse any booking at any time.
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On receipt of your payment, we will book your space/s and send your delegate/s confirmation of their bookings.
To pay by invoice
To pay by invoice you must send all of the below to eventsreg@rcn.org.uk
- A copy of the Purchase Order document from your organisation or company (we cannot process your order without it).
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- A completed 外网天堂 Events Booking Form for each delegate in the booking.
Once the invoice has been raised, you will then receive confirmation of your delegate booking on the event requested. Invoices are to be paid within 30 days of the invoice being issued.
There are a number of ways you can get involved, from networking to raise your profile to tailored commerc/news-and-events/events/rcn-fertility-nursing-conference-2026/ial packages to help achieve specific objectives. Please contact the exhibitions team on 020 7647 3959 or email exhibitions@rcn.org.uk.
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For any other queries relating to this conference please contact the 外网天堂 Events Team:
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