SOM is excited to announce a strategic partnership with FOHN. This collaboration will leverage the strengths of both to provide a more integrated approach to workplace health and wellbeing, support the multiprofessional occupational health workforce and be a change agent for the future of work and health.
The partnership will focus on addressing the needs of those who commission occupational health services, support the development of clinical practice and practitioners, define key principles for occupational health and collaborate on projects such as nurse accreditation, advanced practice and workforce planning. Together, both organisations are committed to ensure access to good quality occupational health, engaging with key stakeholders to share expertise and opinion and to improve the health and wellbeing of the working age population.
“We are thrilled to partner with the Faculty of Occupational Health Nursing,” said Nick Pahl, CEO of SOM. “By combining our resources and expertise, we will be able to deliver even greater value to our customers and stakeholders.”
Amanda Hinkley, Chair of Faculty of Occupational Health Nursing, added, “This collaboration marks a significant milestone for us as we continue to explore new opportunities in occupational health. By working with SOM, we believe we can create transformative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the market.”
Christina Butterworth, Founding member of the Faculty of Occupational Health Nursing, said, “I am so pleased that FOHN has found a strategic partner to support our legacy and sustain as well as enhance the work we have been doing for the last seven years. I now look forward to retirement which I am sure will be as exhilarating as my time in occupational health!”
A Memorandum of Understanding was presented at the SOM AGM in June. The partnership will take effect immediately, with both organisations working closely to implement the first phase of their collaboration. Together, they will focus on development of publications, membership support, and nurse accreditation.
For more information about the partnership, please contact: chair@fohn.org.uk or nick.pahl@som.org.uk