The August edition of NHS Lanarkshire’s Employee Networks newsletter is packed with inspiring stories, important updates and new tools designed to foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace.
Key Highlights
- Championing Inclusion: Chief Executive Louise Long and equality, diversity, inclusion and anti-racism (EDI and anti-racism) Champion Colin Lee share their commitment to embedding equality, diversity, and anti-racism across NHS Lanarkshire.
- Introducing RADI: The new reporting a discriminatory incident system launches in September, offering staff a safe, anonymous way to report discrimination and help drive cultural change.
Network Spotlights
- DAWEN: Therapeutic counsellor Scott Imrie shares his powerful journey navigating disability and employment.
- EMEN: Amina, a nurse in acute medicine, reflects on her experiences as a British-Pakistani woman in the NHS.
- LGBT+ Network: Chair Chris Wallace celebrates Glasgow Pride and ongoing engagement with the Monklands Replacement Project.
- Staff Disabilities Hub: A new digital resource is in development to centralise support for staff with disabilities, shaped by feedback from DAWEN.
- Why Updating Your Details Matters: Learn why keeping your personal data up—to-date on eESS helps NHS Lanarkshire better support its diverse workforce.
- Culture Calendar: Mark your diary with upcoming awareness days and celebrations that promote inclusion and understanding.
Whether you are part of a network, or simply passionate about equality, there is something here for everyone.
Want to contribute to the next issue? Share your story or idea by emailing Chris.Kimber2@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk — your voice matters.
