NHS Lanarkshire is committed to tackling all forms of inequality, prejudice and discrimination and values the diverse make up of its staff. It has a range of governance and partnership forums that allow their voice to be heard and supported. As a Board, it is committed to ensuring that it continues to develop more inclusive approaches to partnership work with its staff.
Chris Kimber, equality and diversity advisor, said: “To enhance these structures, and ensure that they are representative of our diverse workforce, we want to engage directly with lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer and intersex (LGBTQI+) staff.
“NHS Lanarkshire – as an employer – wants to create a safe working environment for all its staff, where they feel empowered and able to fulfil their full work potential without prejudice. We want to learn, listen and understand the experiences of LGBTQI+ staff working in Lanarkshire.”
“We’ll be holding a series of forums which will offer a safe and confidential space for staff to discuss their experience in an informal environment.”
The 90-minute engagement forums – using Microsoft Teams – will be held to mark Pride month and will take place as follows:
- Wednesday 23 June, 2.30pm-4pm;
- Thursday 24 June, 3.30pm-5pm;
- Tuesday 29 June, 4.30pm-6pm.
NHS Lanarkshire supports staff protected time to attend. If you intend to register for a session, please ensure you plan and arrange with your line manager to attend.
The sessions will be hosted by Avril Osborne, NHS Lanarkshire non-executive director, supported by Lilian Macer, employee director, Kay Sandilands, director of human resources and Hina Sheikh, equality and diversity manager.
To book a place, please email your preferred date to chris.kimber2@lanarkshire.scot.nhs.uk.
If you would prefer to discuss, or require further information, please contact Chris through the email above or telephone 01698 754291.
