The RCSI Centre for Positive Health Sciences proudly presents the 2025 Positive Health Summit, uniting healthcare leaders, researchers and practitioners to explore “Positive Health as a strategy to support patients.”
This full-day event, funded by the Health Research Board (HRB), offers a unique opportunity to learn about cutting-edge research, engage in meaningful discussions, and participate in interactive workshops designed to empower attendees with practical tools and insights for integrating Positive Health into their work and communities.
What to Expect:
Inspiring Talks:
Begin the day with a warm welcome from Prof Christian van Nieuwerburgh, interim director of the RCSI Centre for Positive Health Sciences. Dive into “The New Sciences of Positive Health” with Prof Ciaran O’Boyle and look forward to an afternoon keynote from Prof Stephen Joseph, a leading voice in the fields of positive psychology, human flourishing and authenticity.
Panel Discussion:
Gain diverse, multidisciplinary perspectives on Positive Health from a distinguished panel of experts from the RCSI Centre for Positive Health Sciences experts - Chaired by Dr Mary Collins Panel: Dr Elaine Byrne, Dr Jolanta Burke, Dr Padraic Dunne, Prof Christian van Nieuwerburgh.
Research Presentations:
Explore the latest findings in Positive Health, including:
- Nature-based Interventions for Positive Health
- Positive Education
- Positive Health in Clinical Population
- Positive Health in the Workplace and the Community.
Interactive Workshops:
Take part in hands-on sessions to deepen your understanding of Positive Health:
- Positive Health Coaching in Practice
- Community-based Positive Health approaches
- Mindfulness-Based Strengths Practice (MBSP)
- Opportunities to collaborate with the Centre for Positive Health Sciences
Networking Opportunities:
Engage with peers over lunch, poster presentations, and breaks.
Who Should Attend:
This summit is tailored for healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, community leaders and anyone passionate about enhancing well-being and supporting patients through innovative Positive Health strategies.
Join us to collaborate, learn and shape the future of Positive Health together using evidence-based research!
