There are systemic challenges of access and outcomes for black people in mental health which can only be met with a united approach.

We support the #BMHManifesto #ProtectBlackMentalHealth

It's just 6 weeks until #ConfedExpo . We are currently finalising details for our BME Leadership Network session. Stay tuned for more info in the forthcoming weeks.

It's been a week since our #BLNConf24 . Visit our event page and:

👉 watch our highlights video
👉 read a summary of our sessions
👉 find out what action you can take to tackle racism
👉 download our new report 'Excellence through equality'

bit.ly/3wvR7XO

Read our report 'Excellence through equality: anti-racism as a quality improvement tool'. It includes case studies from:

☑️ Nottinghamshire Healthcare
☑️ Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust
☑️ Public Health London Kevin Fenton
☑️ Patient & Carer Race Equality Framework NHS Maudsley

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#EQW2024 is one month away and we are looking forward to supporting the activities on Day 3 which has a focus on anti-racism.

Find out more about the campaign 👇

Joan Saddler NHS Confederation talks about our new report Excellence through equality: anti-racism as a quality improvement tool.

The report includes case studies on initiatives that are helping to advance equality for NHS staff and patients

Access the report bit.ly/3w2LXCN

This may be of interest, a good opportunity to discuss challenges and solutions with peers. #EQW2024

A few reflections from our network members who attended our #BLNConf24 yesterday.

They highlight the importance of sharing lived experiences and not shying away from difficult conversations around racism.

We've had some insightful and challenging discussions at #BLNConf24 . In summary:

☑️ The importance of co-producing with patients.
☑️ To be tenacious and keep going.
☑️ Representation is vital for embedding equity.
☑️ Stand up for what we know is right – even if uncomfortable.

Highlights from our #BLNConf24 panel discussion:

'The people we serve have to be part of the truth we tell from the frontline.'
Prof Dame Donna Kinnair

'In empowering BME nurses, we strengthen their voice within and for their communities, improving care for all.' Vinice Thomas

Joan Saddler OBE NHS Confederation shares her thoughts on the importance of today’s #BLNConf24 .

Joan challenges #NHS leaders and managers 'to do better, keep going, challenge racism and be anti-racist'.

Watch the clip 👇

Our network allies Sam & Fiona talk about anti-racism as a CEO:

'Accountability for this work lies with everyone, everywhere, all of the time.'
samroberts

'The core function of our job descriptions as leaders is to reduce health inequalities.' Fiona Edwards

#BLNConf24

Our #BLNConf24 has kicked off with Rob Webster 💙 West Yorkshire Health and Care Partnership sharing personal insights on anti-racist leadership. Rob doesn't shy away from the difficulty of the work...

'Values drive the work. Courage and fortitude see it through. Improvement is not a straight line.'

It's finally happening, our annual #BLNConf24 takes place this afternoon 'Keeping the Promise – Universal Healthcare is Anti-racist Healthcare'.

Looking forward to our discussions with senior #NHS leaders and network members.

Stay tuned for live updates bit.ly/3wvR7XO

Last chance to book your place at our spring conference. Explore with experts what anti-racist healthcare means and what a universal healthcare system looks like.

Want to know why you should attend? Watch our highlights video and book your place now 👇👇 bit.ly/3wvR7XO

Book your place at our spring conference. Explore with experts what anti-racist healthcare means and what a universal healthcare system looks like.

Want to know why you should attend? Watch our highlights video and book your place 👇👇 bit.ly/3wvR7XO

Wishing a happy Easter to all those celebrating across the #NHS

📣 It's less than 2 weeks until our anti-racism conference #BLNConf24 .

Cllr Dr Jacqui Dyer MBE will be joining us to talk about the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework and her work to eliminate racial disparity.

Find out who else is speaking 👉 bit.ly/3wvR7XO

This event may be of interest. It's for health and social care staff working in the fields of EDI, public health and/or health inequalities.

Our network chair Sam Allen 💙 shares her thoughts on the findings of our new Action for equality in Wales and NI report, developed in collaboration with Welsh NHS Confederation and NI Confederation for Health & Social Care (NICON) 👇

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#ActionForEquality