9 October 2024

As we embrace Black History Month, CNWL’s BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) staff network proudly joins the global celebration of Black culture, heritage, and contributions. This year, Black History Month is more than just a commemoration of the past; it is a powerful opportunity to acknowledge the ongoing impact of Black communities and recognise the richness of their experiences, achievements, and struggles.

Through a series of events, workshops, and discussions, CNWL’s BAME staff network will foster meaningful dialogue, promote inclusivity, and create opportunities for reflection and learning. 

Let’s celebrate the strength and diversity that Black History Month represents as we continue to build a workplace where everyone’s history and contributions are valued.

What’s on at CNWL

Last week CNWL’s programme began with a session entitled ‘Black Men Can Cry’ hosted by our social work lead Colleen Simon.

This week we have a series of events for staff including:

  • A talk about the under-representation of Black Children and families accessing CAMHS
  • Advocating for your health: Black Women and Breast Cancer
  • Health Inequalities/ Community Collaboration Lead discussion
  • Failure to protect our girls - expert training, advice, and guidance to a wide range of professionals and organisations who work with children and young people who are at risk of exploitation.

Every Day of the year is Black History Day!

We also have a Black and Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) Staff Network at CNWL; join us as a member or ally and help shape experiences for black people working at CNWL and our service users. The network is also taking action by working with the Trust Leadership with the "Show Racism the RED card" campaign and make sure we follow the Equality and Diversity Policy.

CNWL staff can join the BAME staff network by emailing cnw-tr.bame.cnwl@nhs.net

In this article, Sheila Nursimhulu- Co-chair BAME Staff Network at CNWL explores the significance of Black History Month