Chief Executive marks Trustees’ Week with keynote speech
6 November 2024
Chief Executive Nikki Da Costa used her keynote speech at a Trustees’ Week event today (6 November) to highlight the vital role of trustees in delivering brilliant care for patients, families and communities.
Trustees’ Week is an annual event that celebrates the work of charity trustees and seeks to raise awareness of the role.
In her speech, Nikki thanked trustees for their dedication, hard work and passion, saying: “You are the guardians of our values, the protectors of our assets, the champions of our work, and the ambassadors for our cause. You are the backbone of our organisation and we could not do what we do without you.”
Nikki also spoke about the challenges facing the NHS and the role that trustees can play in meeting these challenges, saying: “The NHS is facing unprecedented challenges, from rising demand to increasing costs. But I know that with the help of our trustees, we can overcome these challenges and continue to provide the best possible care for our patients.”
In addition to Nikki’s speech, the event also featured a panel discussion with trustees from a range of NHS organisations. The panellists discussed the challenges and rewards of being a trustee and shared their insights on how to be an effective trustee.
The event was attended by over 100 trustees from across the NHS.
Notes to editors:
- Trustees’ Week runs from 6-12 November 2024.
- The event was hosted by the NHS Confederation.
- The panellists were:
- Sir David Nicholson, Chair of NHS England
- Dame Julie Mellor, Chair of NHS Improvement
- Richard Murray, Chair of NHS Providers
- Donna O’Toole, Chair of the NHS Trust Development Authority
For more information, please contact the NHS Confederation press office on 020 7612 9324 or email pressoffice@nhsconfed.org.
Chief Executive marks Trustees’ Week with keynote speech
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