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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Committee
University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust has two identified Executive leads for inequalities who Co-Chair the Equality & Diversity group (EDIG) bi-monthly meetings. This is attended by representatives from across the Trust, including senior managers, union representatives and governors. The Committee reports to the Workforce Strategy committee and to the Board.
Purpose
EDIG serves to provide assurance that the Trust has an effective framework within which it can deliver the major projects and initiatives that form part of the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
Ensuring UHD commits to equality, diversity and inclusion agenda for the benefit of our patients and staff and in line with best practice and current legislation;
Monitoring implementation progress of all components of the ED&I strategy in line with national policy requirements;
Supporting and collaborating with the Dorset ICS to ensure the health needs of the diverse communities we serve are understood and best met;
Encouraging and promoting inclusive workplaces free from discrimination and where our diverse staff can flourish;
Challenging the organisation, holding it and individuals within it to account, where and when the above does not happen;
Ensuring all staff are supported in understanding the Trust’s commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and demonstrate this in their roles.
Responsibilities
The EDIG will provide advice to the Chief Executive and Chief Officers on equality, diversity and inclusion matters. It will also monitor the delivery of the Trust’s ED&I strategy, advising and agreeing any mitigating or corrective action and / or interventions as appropriate. This will include the following:
- to provide organisational leadership and direction on all matters related to equality, diversity and inclusion;
- to determine and make recommendations regarding the trust's strategic direction in relation to equality, diversity and inclusion, taking into account relevant legislation and national initiatives;
- to oversee the implementation of the Trust's Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy, Equality Delivery System, Workforce Race Equality Standard (WRES), Workforce Disability Equality Standard (WDES) and Gender Pay Gap, developing new actions as appropriate and monitoring of outcomes;
- to review and advise on appropriate interventions for equality, diversity and inclusion including assurance when these are completed and assessment of overall impact;
- to provide support and information to all staff to facilitate improvements in the area of equality, diversity and inclusion for patients, staff and our local community;
- to ensure that changes and developments in policy and / or decisions are communicated effectively through the organisation;
- to communicate effectively with patients, staff, governors and trust members in relation to our equality, diversity and inclusion work.
Membership
- Non-Executive Director (Co-Chair)
- Chief Officer (Co-Chair)
- Non-Executive Director
- Care Group Medical Director
- Care Group Director of Nursing
- Care Group Director of Operations
- Chairs: Staff Networks
- Chair(s): Staff Partnership Forum
- Director of Organisational Development
- Deputy Chief People Officer
- Diversity and Inclusion Lead
- Head of Patient Engagement and PALS
- Freedom to Speak Up Guardian
- Representative: Hospital Chaplaincy
- Representative: Council of Governors
- Representative: Corporate Services
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Staff Networks - Pro Ability network
Welcome to the Pro Ability network
Core members: Diane Potter - Clinical Risk, Jo Pritchard - Improvement, Jo Olsen - IT Projects, Lisa Brinkman - IT Specialist Nurse (awaiting photo)
The Pro Ability Network aims to nurture and develop our staff with diverse abilities to reach their full potential.
Our group is for people with physical disabilities, long-term health conditions, special needs and mental health challenges.
We aim to:
- Create a sense of safety and openness with our diverse workforce
- Understand the personal stories and organisational barriers from those living with physical disabilities, long-term health conditions, special needs and mental health challenges
- If you'd like to find out more or be part of the network, please email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Click here to see an infographic on 'Understanding disabilities'.
Your Health Passport - here to help you get the assistance you need at work
A health passport is for employees who require support with a physical or mental health condition.
It is a place where you can store any information you would like made known about a disability, long term health condition, mental health issue or learning disability.
You can use this passport to share confidential information with your line manager about your health and any assistance you need at work to enable you to carry out your role.
For example, this could be a different start and finish time, ways of communicating at work or modifications to your desk.
You take with you as move through roles within The Royal Bournemouth and Christchurch Hospitals (RBCH) and Poole Hospital NHS Foundation Trusts.
Staff can contact The Pro Ability Staff Network for support, by emailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Our networks
Armed Forces Support Group Diverse Ethnicity Network European Network International Doctors’ Initiative Pro Ability Network UHD Pride Network The Women's Network
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Staff Networks - International Doctors’ Support Initiative
Welcome to the International Doctors' Support Initiative (IDSI)
Settling into a new country and a new way of working can be hard. We’re here to make that journey a little easier!
IDSI aims to welcome our international medical graduates and help them settle in to life in the UK and work for the NHS.
We offer practical information and advice to help you become familiar with hospital processes and policies. We also provide a friendly face to discuss your worries and sign post to the correct individual to help sort out your problems.
From understanding how to do a ward round to finding familiar food, understanding the bus network or how to get work related refunds – we're here to help.
Come and meet us
We meet on the first Monday of every month in the Education Centre at 1pm. Exact dates and times are posted on our WhatsApp group, which you're free to join.
Join our WhatsApp group
To join the WhatsApp group, where we regularly post help and advice, copy this link into the app: https://chat.whatsapp.com/JbtZrUvnvgn2VI1u34Vv7Q
Practical information
- Induction checklist: this is aimed at the initial practical steps you need to take to settle into the UK
- Tips list: aimed at practical support for your day to day work
- Post ward take round advice
- Guidance on appraisals
To find out more contact:
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Our networks
Armed Forces Support Group Diverse Ethnicity Network European Network International Doctors’ Initiative Pro Ability Network UHD Pride Network The Women's Network
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Staff Networks - UHD Pride Network
The UHD Pride Network aims to provide a safe place where staff members who fall into the LGBTQ+ bracket can be accepted and receive support if needed during their working life.
We are a friendly, helpful bunch of people striving to make change happen and promote diversity and equality throughout the hospital.
Our chairs regularly attend Diversity Meetings and the Network meets monthly to discuss issues relating to LGBTQ+ matters within the hospital.
If you would like to join the network, get involved or even come to the meetings, please fill out our contact form:
Past events
Useful links
Resources
- Stonewall - Update on how we are handling the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Stonewall home learning packs
- Intercom Trust
Further info
- Chrysalis
- Blank volunteer application form
- Expenses policy
- Keyworker role spec
- Role of Facilitator
- Role of Co-Facilitator
- Support Workers Role
- Trustee application
- Volunteer FAQ
Our networks
Armed Forces Support Group Diverse Ethnicity Network European Network International Doctors’ Initiative Pro Ability Network UHD Pride Network The Women's Network
Equality, diversity and inclusion
Staff Networks - European Staff Network
The European Staff Network aims to provide support and guidance to EU staff, prevent discrimination taking place and create more inclusive training and development opportunities in the Trust.
We are open to all European staff and colleagues supporting their European peers.
We aim to:
- Support each other, provide guidance when needed and grow the network
- Maintain up to date relevant information and access on training, changes in legislation, and opportunities for career progression. We want to make this available to all staff, including those with no access to a computer.
- Ensure managers are distributing relevant information for EU staff and supporting them in their development
- Encourage opportunities EU staff feedback at the board level
The network lead is This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. To find out more, contact: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Useful documents
Information on your immigration status post-Brexit from the Government
Our networks
Armed Forces Support Group Diverse Ethnicity Network European Network International Doctors’ Initiative Pro Ability Network UHD Pride Network The Women's Network
