The Top Leaders Across Health and Social Care Primer is a half-day or one-day program designed as an introductory experience for individual organizations. This program serves as a foundation for deeper engagement in the Top Leaders Across Health and Social Care Summit or the full Leadership Development Program. It provides leaders with an opportunity to explore the principles of integrated care, population health, and cross-sector collaboration within their own organizational context before engaging in broader regional and system-wide initiatives. 

 

This primer equips leaders with a common language, foundational knowledge, and initial action steps that will support alignment across organizations, enhanced collaboration, and a shared commitment to system transformation. 

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STRUCTURE

The primer is designed as a flexible half-day or full-day session, tailored to the specific needs of each participating organization. It includes: 
 

• Understanding Integrated Care and Population Health 

  • Introduction to key concepts and the role of leadership in system transformation 

  • Case studies and real-world examples of effective cross-sector collaboration 

• Unlearning and Reframing Approaches 

  • Identifying barriers within current structures and mindsets 

  • Exploring new models of leadership and organizational alignment 

• Building a Foundation for Collective Impact 

  • How to set shared priorities within an organization and align them with broader system goals 

  • Engaging staff, leadership, and governance in co-designing strategies for change 

• Committing to Action and Next Steps 

  • Developing an initial roadmap for organizational change 

  • Preparing for deeper engagement in the full Summit or Leadership Program 

 

Each session includes interactive discussions, leadership exercises, and facilitated reflection to ensure participants leave with tangible next steps for advancing integrated care and population health within their organization. 

 

WHY ATTEND THE PRIMER?

The Top Leaders Across Health and Social Care Summit provides a critical first step for organizations that: 
 

• Seek to introduce their leadership teams to integrated care and population health concepts 

• Want to align internal priorities before engaging in system-wide collaboration 

• Need a structured approach to identifying organizational barriers and opportunities 

• Desire a clear pathway to participating in the broader Summit or Leadership Program 

 

By grounding each organization in a shared understanding and framework, this primer ensures that leaders come to the full Summit or Leadership Program prepared to engage, collaborate, and take meaningful action. 

 

MONITORING AND IMPACT

The summit includes post-event evaluation and follow-up through: 

• Leadership reflection and feedback surveys 

• Peer accountability networks to sustain momentum 

• Documentation of shared priorities and post-summit action plans 

Key expected outcomes: 

• Stronger cross-sector relationships and collaborative networks 

• Enhanced leadership alignment around shared goals 

• Increased commitment to systems change and innovation 

• Greater integration of community, patient, and caregiver perspectives in decision-making 

• Improved strategies for staff well-being and workforce sustainability 

 

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The Top Leaders Across Health and Social Care Primer is an essential introduction for organizations committed to strengthening leadership, enhancing collaboration, and driving real change in the health and social care system. Whether used as a standalone organizational development experience or a stepping stone to the full Summit or Leadership Program, this primer offers a practical, action-oriented approach to rethinking leadership, breaking down silos, and preparing for long-term transformation.