Activism in Retirement: What the future holds
15 Sep 2025, 11:00 - 15:30
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RCN retired members represent a vital connection to the RCN’s legacy, values, and collective experience. This one-day, in-person conference aims to revitalise activism among retired nurses and strengthen their voice within and beyond the RCN.
This event will gather members to share experiences, shape strategies, and begin building new resources for post-retirement engagement.
Our retired members are the backbone of the RCN’s history - and essential for our future.
Join us on Monday, 15th September, from11 till 3:30 (registration open from 10) for an empowering in-person event designed to celebrate your contributions, strengthen our community, and shape the future of nursing together.
Through interactive sessions, we’ll focus on:
1. Structures in the RCN and staying engaged post-retirement. Here we will explore how retired members can stay active in the life of the RCN. Together, we’ll begin shaping a retired members welcome booklet to help new retirees find their place in RCN activism and organising.
2. Activism through the RCN, leadership, mentorship and organising. A powerful panel discussion looking at how activism can thrive after retirement. The session will also introduce the RCN’s new activism strategy.
3. Activism beyond the RCN, external influence and representation. This session will connect RCN retirees to broader movements for social and economic justice. Learn how you can take part in national campaigns on pensions, care, housing, and more.
Let’s come together to celebrate our past, strengthen our present, and shape the future of nursing.
Who should attend?
This event is open to all retired or retiring RCN members, particularly:
• Newly retired members looking to stay connected.
• Members interested in activism post-retirement.
• Retired nurses eager to support the activism and advocacy of members still working
• We are also happy to welcome members soon to be retired.
Registration
Registration is now open. For notification on other Activism Academy activity please sign up to the Activism Academy newsletter.
RCN Events
RCNevents@rcn.org.uk
0207 647 3577
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 RCNevents@rcn.org.uk
Registration
On arrival please make your way to the RCN registration desk which will be clearly signposted. You will be issued with conference materials, including a programme and a name badge. Refreshments will be available through-out registration which takes place from 10am.
Lunch
Lunch 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.
Specific requirements
If you have any specific requirements (e.g. hearing loop etc.), please inform us in advance so we can ensure the appropriate arrangements are in place.
Exhibition
There will be a small exhibition running alongside this event. These exhibitors have chosen to exhibit at this conference as they feel their products and/or services may be of interest to you. The exhibition also supports the conference, therefore please take the time to go and visit each exhibition stand during the exhibition viewing times.
Presentation and recordings
Presentations and recordings we have permissions to share will be made available to delegates approx. 1-2 weeks post-event.
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 RCN 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.
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.
Programme details and timings are subject to change. A final programme will be circulated prior to the event.
• Develop strategic plans and resources to boost engagement.
• Celebrate the contributions of retired nurses.
• Identify campaign opportunities aligned with RCN and wider social values.
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Page last updated - 08/09/2025
