The GOLD Process is a robust process by which healthcare services are assessed to become GOLD Forum Members. It involves a significant commitment over a number of months to plan and gather evidence of high level performance, including having this performance validated at a regional or national level. This then entitles the health service to be nominated to participate in the international jury assessment process. These steps are described in more detail below.
Nominations for participation in Gold Forum 2021 must be received by Wednesday 31st March 2021
Update - Gold Forum process 2021
ANNOUNCING: Key Gold Forum dates for 2021
- Wednesday 31st March - Authorised submitters nominate healthcare service candidates based on local validation process (FORM A) - to receive FORM A please complete the Expression of Interest form or contact the Global Network Coordinating Centre
- Monday 31st May - Nominated candidates are notified of eligibility to participate in GOLD Process 2021
- Tuesday 31st August - Accepted candidates make their detailed submission with the support of their submitter (FORM B)
- Sunday 31st October - All candidates are notified of the outcome
We are planning our GOLD Forum Event in November 2021 and look forward to celebrating this year's GOLD Forum members.
Details of the above timeframes are outlined in GOLD Forum Process Timeframes 2021
The steps of the GOLD Process are also described below:
Support meeting for GOLD Process 2021
The Global Network hosted a support meeting (1st March 2021) for the 2021 Gold process to offer guidance and support with regards to the certification process.
A quick overview of the agenda:
- Facts & figures regarding the 2021 Gold Process (with subsequent quiz)
- Group activity: reflecting past certification processes
- Q&A session with our jury members with regards to stumbling blocks and specific questions
To view presentation slides click here