The Connecticut Local Partner Site of the New England AIDS Education and Training Center Program is proud to provide the NEAETC Professional Development Training Series. This series aims to help improve the skills, mental health, and overall performance of healthcare professionals and providers working in the HIV syndemic fields.

Session Title

"Building Resilient Teams: Leadership Strategies for Infectious Disease and Behavioral Health Services"

This interactive leadership workshop is designed for supervisors, program managers, and emerging leaders working in infectious disease and behavioral health services, including HIV/AIDS, viral hepatitis, and substance misuse programs. The training blends core leadership principles with practical tools to address real-world challenges in healthcare and public health. Strong leadership is critical for improving health outcomes, reducing stigma, and supporting the workforce. This training equips leaders with the skills and confidence to create positive change in complex healthcare environments.

Key Features of the Training

• 3-hour interactive training with activities, case studies, and discussions
• Application of leadership principles to infectious disease program management
• Tools for effective feedback, motivation, and team building in clinical and community health settings
• Practical frameworks for collaborative problem-solving and conflict resolution
• Focus on reducing stigma and advancing effective healthcare leadership

Training Objectives

1. Strengthen Leadership Foundations - Develop core leadership skills to guide interdisciplinary teams, balancing clinical priorities with compassionate, whole person-centered care.
2. Enhance Communication & Team Culture - Apply strategies for effective communication, stigma reduction, and building trust to motivate and sustain resilient healthcare teams.
3. Apply Practical Decision-Making & Conflict Resolution - Use structured leadership tools to navigate complex healthcare environments, resolve conflicts, and improve outcomes in infectious disease and behavioral health services.

For more information about this session or any session in the NEAETC Professional Development Training Series, contact Dante Gennaro.

Intended Audience

Supervisors, program managers, clinical coordinators, and emerging leaders in infectious disease programs including HIV/AIDS services, viral hepatitis initiatives, STI prevention and treatment, and integrated care teams.

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