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Start your entryEthnic and racial differences are evident in relation to access, experience and outcome in areas that span perinatal health to end of life care, with these disparities being set against higher prevalence of numerous health conditions, including specific cancers, cardiovascular disease, diabetes and mental ill health in ethnic minority populations across our country.
At the same time, we also know that ethnic minority healthcare staff do not always get the best experience or opportunities in the workplace. Nearly one in every four members of the NHS workforce are from an ethnic minority background, yet there is a lack of representation on boards and at senior levels. Ethnic minority staff are more likely to enter formal disciplinary procedures, and are more likely report experiences of discrimination at work.
This award recognises initiatives which either:
- identify and tackle ethnic health inequalities for patients and communities; OR
- promote race equality and inclusion within the workplace
A wide variety of ideas are being adopted across the NHS to tackle ethnic health disparities and to drive the inclusion agenda, including:
- Policies and strategies to identify and close the gaps in health inequalities between ethnic minority groups and the majority population
- Culturally sensitive interventions to improve access, experience and outcomes within specific areas, specialisms or care pathways
- Workplace interventions to close the gaps in racial inequalities in recruitment, progression, disciplinary action, experiences of bullying and harassment, representation at senior levels of the organisation
- Reviewing and revising policies and practices within the workplace to help promote inclusivity and equity for all
Tackling ethnic health inequalities is a critical step to ensuring everyone in society can live full and healthy lives regardless of their background. We also know that those NHS organisations that embrace workplace inclusion are more likely achieve higher levels of staff satisfaction, a positive working culture, improved patient experiences and outcomes, and organisational efficiency.
Judges are looking for initiatives which can show tangible results and progress in areas such as: identification and tackling ethnic health inequalities for patients and communities; strategic and practical approaches towards the reduction of bullying and harassment, disciplinary action for ethnic minority healthcare staff; clear and evidenced career progression.
Eligibility
All NHS organisations including NHS Trusts, partnerships, Integrated Care Systems (ICSs), General Practice and primary care organisations.