Health & Care Women Leaders Network

📢 Everyone has a role in promoting inclusivity for marginalised communities! An inclusive health and care environment empowers staff and improves outcomes for service users by fostering trust, enhancing access to care and ensuring all voices are heard. Whether you are a leader, aspiring leader, or ally of the LGBTQ+ community, explore the Health and Care LGBTQ+ Leaders Network's inclusion hub! This valuable resource offers tools and resources designed to support LGBTQ+ inclusion in health and care organisations. Find out more 👇 #LGBTQHealth #InclusiveHealthcare #NHSInclusivity #LGBTQInclusion #DiversityInHealth #EquityInHealthcare #LGBTQWellbeing #HealthForAll #NHS #Healthcare #PrideInHealthcare

🧠 Want to learn how you can shape a more equitable environment in your organisation? 📅 Register for your free place at our Empowering Every Woman: International Women’s Day 2025 webinar on 7 March! Don’t miss the opportunity to hear Dame Marie Gabriel CBE in conversation with our esteemed panellists Kumbi Kariwo QN, Anne-Marie Archard, and Nazia Latif, PhD as they discuss the critical need for an intersectional approach in healthcare and the role of diverse leadership in fostering collaboration. Find out more about the programme and book your free place today! 👉 https://bit.ly/4i54OQ1 #ForAllWomenAndGirls #GenderEquity #NHS #Healthcare #WomenInHealthcare #Leadership #HealthcareLeadership #WomensEmpowerment #Healthcare #IWD #IWD2025

💡Did you know that the Care Quality Commission's national review reveals significant disparities in maternity services for Black and Asian women? It reports that Black women are 2.8 times more likely to die during or shortly after pregnancy, while Asian women face a 1.7 times higher risk of similar outcomes. These disparities stem from factors such as racial stereotypes, inadequate pain management and insufficient support for women from ethnic minority backgrounds. 🎟️ Register your place for the BME Leadership Networks' No One Left Behind: Anti-racist Healthcare Conference to learn how you can tackle racism and create positive change in your organisation. Find out more 👇 #AntiRacism #HealthEquity #DiversityInHealthcare #RacismInHealthcare #InclusiveHealth #HealthcareForAll #NHS #Healthcare #EquityInHealth #TacklingRacism

📢 We’re pleased to share that Dr. Paul Taylor-Pitt will be leading a free, upcoming leadership masterclass on inclusive agency and empowerment. The masterclass takes place virtually on Teams on 25 March at 9-11am. Designed to support our network members, the session will: ✅ equip you with the skills and confidence to challenge inequities and advocate for inclusive policies and practices. ✅ draw upon your existing leadership skills to amplify the voices of marginalised colleagues. ✅ gain actionable tools to champion positive transformation within your organisation, leading to better health and care outcomes.  This is an exclusive opportunity for network members. Places are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. 👉 https://lnkd.in/e4uZHGKK #LeadershipDevelopment #InclusiveLeadership #NHS #HealthCareLeadership #EDI #Healthcare #DiversityandInclusion #NHSWorkforce #WomenLeaders #WomenInHealthcare

⭐ Speaker update! ⭐ We are delighted to announce that Dame Lesley Regan and Dr Ranee Thakar will join our panel session on the role of policy, advocacy and innovation in creating more equitable healthcare for women at our #InternationalWomensDay webinar. Register for your free place and join us on Friday 7 March to learn how you can enhance gender equity and empower women in your organisation. This event is open to anyone working in healthcare. Find out more about the speakers and the event programme and book your free place now! 👉 https://bit.ly/4i54OQ1 #ForAllWomenAndGirls #GenderEquity #NHS #Healthcare #WomenInHealthcare #Leadership #HealthcareLeadership #WomensEmpowerment #Healthcare #IWD #IWD2025

📢 Are you a chair or lead of a women's staff network and work across health and care? 🙋 Join over 60 organisations as part of our Health and Care Network of Women's Networks. This is a safe space to connect, share learning and celebrate the skills, talents and successes of women across healthcare. 📅 Our next meeting will take place virtually on 23 April. Find out more and sign-up to join! 👇 #WomenInHealthcare #NHSLeadership #WomensNetworks #DiversityAndInclusion #EmpowerWomen #WomenInLeadership #NHSWomen

During Ramadan, women often play a vital role in family and community life, organising iftar meals and prayer gatherings, while balancing their fasting with responsibilities at home and work. Take a look at this guidance by NHS Employers to learn how you can support your Muslim colleagues during the month of Ramadan. Find out more.👇 #Ramadan #SupportColleagues #DiversityInHealthcare #Inclusion #HealthcareSupport #WorkplaceWellbeing #CulturalAwareness #NHS #CommunityCare #EmployeeEngagement #NHS #Healthcare

🤔 Have you ever wondered if you’re doing enough to address the challenges women face in healthcare? Book your free place to attend our #InternationalWomensDay webinar on Friday 7 March. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from a dynamic lineup of speakers, including Marie Gabriel CBE, Ranee Thakar and more. Together, they will share insights on how you can create lasting change in your organisation by enhancing gender equality and supporting women’s development. What to expect: ✅ Insightful discussions: Learn from experts and gain a deeper understanding of the challenges women face in healthcare. ✅ Actionable strategies: Discover practical ways to support and empower women in your organisation. ✅ Inspiration: Hear successful initiatives that will motivate you to make a difference. This event is open to anyone working in healthcare. Find out more and secure your free place today. 👉 https://lnkd.in/esv-is59 #GenderEquity #NHS #Healthcare #WomenInHealthcare #Leadership #Inclusion #Diversity #HealthcareLeadership #WomensEmpowerment #HealthAndCare #Netowrking #IWD #IWD2025

📩 Today we sent out our February bulletin. Learn about upcoming events and discover helpful resources on equality, diversity and inclusion to help you implement change in your organisation. Sign up to the network to receive our monthly bulletin. 👇 #Healthcare #WomenLeaders #AspiringWomenLeaders #CareerProgression #NHS #Inclusivity #GenderEquity

💡 Learn how you can create safer workplaces free from sexual harassment, misogyny and sexual misconduct! As we continue to mark Sexual Abuse and Sexual Violence Awareness Week, it’s essential to prioritise workplace safety and the wellbeing of colleagues. We encourage you to access NHS Employers' support and guidance to learn how to enhance workplace safety in your organisations. Together, let's create a safer environment for all. 💪 Find out more 👇 #SAAM #WorkplaceSafety #NHS #Healthcare #ItsNotOk #AwarenessWeek