New Leadership at INELDA: Enhancing Global End-of-Life Care Initiatives
The International End-of-Life Doula Association (INELDA) recently announced a significant leadership change with the appointment of Dr. Andy Hau Yan Ho as the new president of its board of directors. Dr. Ho brings a wealth of experience and a strong commitment to end-of-life care advocacy. His appointment signals an exciting era for INELDA, an organization dedicated to spreading awareness and education surrounding death and dying processes.
Dr. Ho is a well-respected psychologist and educator, renowned for his pioneering work in thanatology and gerontology. He has held prestigious positions, including the past presidency of the Association for Death Education and Counseling and is a board director for the International Work Group on Death, Dying, and Bereavement. Currently, he serves as a provost's chair professor of psychology at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and oversees research at the Palliative Care Centre for Excellence in Research and Education.
In a statement regarding his new role, Dr. Ho expressed his enthusiasm for advancing INELDA’s mission. "It is my honour and privilege to embark on the role of INELDA's president. I look forward to providing my servant leadership, empirical expertise, and nonprofit governance experience to the association," he stated. Dr. Ho's focus will be on expanding the accessibility of end-of-life doula training and fostering community engagement at both local and global levels.
This leadership change comes amidst growing recognition of the crucial role that end-of-life doulas play in providing compassionate care during some of life's most vulnerable moments. Dr. Ho aims to heighten the visibility of INELDA’s research initiatives and broaden educational opportunities for individuals and communities that require support in navigating end-of-life decisions.
Over two decades, Dr. Ho has secured millions in competitive grants, facilitating public health research projects that underscore the importance of mental health and well-being. His innovative approaches include the Mindful-Compassion Art-based Therapy, designed to prevent burnout among caregivers, and the Family Dignity Intervention, which seeks to enhance holistic palliative care services. His influence extends beyond academia—he has produced public health campaigns, directed short documentaries, and authored over 150 scholarly articles.
The executive director of INELDA, Doug Simpson, welcomed Dr. Ho, emphasizing that his leadership will amplify the organization's vision: "His extensive background will build upon INELDA's growth over the past decade, expanding deathcare education for providers and practitioners serving growing and diverse populations."
INELDA, established in 2015, is dedicated to supporting individuals in their end-of-life planning and practices. By fostering community awareness and compassion in deathcare, INELDA encourages a shift towards normalizing discussions around death, dying, and grief. The organization strives to empower individuals through education and advocacy, reflecting its commitment to creating a more understanding society regarding end-of-life matters.
As Dr. Ho steps into this pivotal role, the future of end-of-life care looks promising, with the potential for enhanced support for both practitioners and the families they serve. Through INELDA’s renewed commitment under Dr. Ho's leadership, the organization strives to uphold dignity for all impacted by dying, death, and bereavement, marking a vital advancement in compassionate deathcare practices worldwide.
Dr. Ho is a well-respected psychologist and educator, renowned for his pioneering work in thanatology and gerontology. He has held prestigious positions, including the past presidency of the Association for Death Education and Counseling and is a board director for the International Work Group on Death, Dying, and Bereavement. Currently, he serves as a provost's chair professor of psychology at Nanyang Technological University in Singapore and oversees research at the Palliative Care Centre for Excellence in Research and Education.
In a statement regarding his new role, Dr. Ho expressed his enthusiasm for advancing INELDA’s mission. "It is my honour and privilege to embark on the role of INELDA's president. I look forward to providing my servant leadership, empirical expertise, and nonprofit governance experience to the association," he stated. Dr. Ho's focus will be on expanding the accessibility of end-of-life doula training and fostering community engagement at both local and global levels.
This leadership change comes amidst growing recognition of the crucial role that end-of-life doulas play in providing compassionate care during some of life's most vulnerable moments. Dr. Ho aims to heighten the visibility of INELDA’s research initiatives and broaden educational opportunities for individuals and communities that require support in navigating end-of-life decisions.
Over two decades, Dr. Ho has secured millions in competitive grants, facilitating public health research projects that underscore the importance of mental health and well-being. His innovative approaches include the Mindful-Compassion Art-based Therapy, designed to prevent burnout among caregivers, and the Family Dignity Intervention, which seeks to enhance holistic palliative care services. His influence extends beyond academia—he has produced public health campaigns, directed short documentaries, and authored over 150 scholarly articles.
The executive director of INELDA, Doug Simpson, welcomed Dr. Ho, emphasizing that his leadership will amplify the organization's vision: "His extensive background will build upon INELDA's growth over the past decade, expanding deathcare education for providers and practitioners serving growing and diverse populations."
INELDA, established in 2015, is dedicated to supporting individuals in their end-of-life planning and practices. By fostering community awareness and compassion in deathcare, INELDA encourages a shift towards normalizing discussions around death, dying, and grief. The organization strives to empower individuals through education and advocacy, reflecting its commitment to creating a more understanding society regarding end-of-life matters.
As Dr. Ho steps into this pivotal role, the future of end-of-life care looks promising, with the potential for enhanced support for both practitioners and the families they serve. Through INELDA’s renewed commitment under Dr. Ho's leadership, the organization strives to uphold dignity for all impacted by dying, death, and bereavement, marking a vital advancement in compassionate deathcare practices worldwide.
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