The Executive Committee sets annual objectives to support the achievement of the core aims of the International Collaborative. The objectives for 2024 are set out below.
Aim 1: Undertake international research in care for the dying
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1(a)
1(b)
1(c)
1(d)
1(e)
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Submit two further papers for publication to disseminate the findings of the ERANet LAC CODE project
Validate the CODE questionnaire in at least three further languages (Spanish, Portuguese and Kannada (Indian language))
EU Horizon 2020 iLIVE Project:
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To ensure deliverables are submitted in line with reviesd timelines
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To publish and disseminate at least two papers
To publish and disseminate at least two papers on the international Co-LIVE research project
To progress research ideas from Summer School
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International benchmarking of 100 case notes
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10/40 Model staff perception questionnaire
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24hr practice review of an aspect of care for the dying
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Aim 2: Drive forward an international 'care for the dying' research strategy
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2(a)
2(b)
2(c)
2(d)
2(e)
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2(f)
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To revise and resubmit the international research project on the Serious Illness Care Programme (COMCARE) to the EU Research Programme
To develop an EU Marie Curie PhD Programme linked to the International Collaborative
To deliver the annual Research Thinktank meeting
To submit the 40 Core Outcomes for publication on the COMET database
Undertake an Implementation Research study on the 10/40 Model strategies and effectiveness in Latin America and Spain
Facilitate a PhD study on the 10/40 Model in India.
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Aim 3: Encourage international learning and teaching collaborations to improve care for the dying
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3(a)
3(b)
3c)
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Advertise five locally-run courses on the bestcareforthedying.org website
Consider EU COST Action and Erasmus bids for the development of a European network to advance practice in care for the dying across Europe, to include a training course for the 10/40 Model
Deliver education opportunities to the wider healthcare community by preparing and delivering a series of four online webinars
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Achieve the Year 1 objectives for the joint EAPC Task Force group
Develop a communication strategy with the EAPC Task Force group
Include Task Force development as a key agenda item at Executive Committee twice per year
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4(a)
4(b)
4(c)
Aim 4: Optimise the collaboration with the EAPC Task Force on Care for the Dying
Aim 5: Support the development of the International Collaborative 10/40 Model for Best Care for the Dying Person and associated materials/processes within the Quality Improvement Framework
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5(a)
5(b)
5(c)
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5(d)
5(e)
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5(f)
5(g)
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Develop a structure for the strategic development of the 10/40 Model
Link health services bereavement practices with the Quality Improvement Framework, including CODE
Encourage take-up of the 10/40 Model and provide support to the 20 organisations with congruence-approved documentation, underpinned by the Facilitator Network
To disseminate findings of the 10/40 Delphi Study to those organisations that have congruent documents
Maintain four established International Collaborative Reference Centres and support the further development of three others in Portugal, Spain and the UK
Promote the Quality Improvement Framework
Achieve the objectives set by the Facilitator Network:
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To review the educational framework
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To develop a consistent education package for training the trainers
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To explore a mentorship network for trained trainers
2024 Strategic Objectives:
Aim 6: Develop an effective communication strategy within the International Collaborative
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6(a)
6b)
6(c)
6(d)
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6(e)
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Implement an 18-month strategic content development plan for the bestcareforthedying.org website
Link to the iLIVE website and, when iLIVE finishes, merge relevant content into the Collaborative website
Maintain bi-monthly mailshot communications via the new bestcareforthedying.org website
Establish a subgroup, including representation from the CM team in iLIVE, to oversee the development of the Collaborative's online presence
Build and utilise linkages with WP8 of iLIVE to disseminate the Collaborative's work
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Aim 7: Globally disseminate the work of the International Collaborative
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7(a)
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Promote the work of the Collaborative at the following:
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Latin American Congress of Palliative Care, March 2024, Colombia
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EAPC Research Congress, May 2024, Barcelona
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EAPC World Congress, June 2025, Helsinki
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Asia-Pacific Hospice Network Conference
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PAL 2024, Montreal
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Indian Association of Palliative Care conference 2024
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Aim 8: Organise and promote international meetings to advocate best care for the dying person
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7(a)
7(b)
7(c)
7(d)
7(e)
7(f)
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Hold an Annual General Meeting at the 9th Annual Conference in Porto, November 2024
Deliver the 9th Annual Conference in Porto, November 2023
Develop the programme for the 10th Annual Conference in Liverpool, 2025
Agree and announce the date and location of the 2026 Annual Symposium
Deliver the Summer School event in 2024
Develop a sustainable model for Summer School to increase attendance levels, aiming for 60 delegates
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