Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Human Rights week

Junior Doctor Industrial Action update – 14 to 17 June

Planned industrial action has been announced by the British Medical Association (BMA) involving junior doctors.

The action will run for 72 hours starting from 7am on Wednesday 14 June, running to 7am Saturday 17 June. We are working hard to keep patients safe during strikes, while delivering the best care possible. Patients should continue to attend appointments as planned unless contacted to reschedule.

Industrial action is a national dispute between the Government and Trades Unions about terms and conditions. We have had to make changes to our services as a result – please visit our latest news for further information.

Equality, Diversity and Human Rights week

Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Week at University Hospitals Plymouth 2023 Timetable

Please check the NHS Employers Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Week webpage Equality, Diversity and Human Rights Week 2023 | NHS Employers for further events taking place nationwide throughout the week.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand in the Main Concourse on Level 6, Derriford Hospital

We will be holding an EDI stand in the main concourse on level 6 every day that will be stocked with useful resources for you to look at and take away with you, as well as the opportunity to engage and provide feedback. These stands will be supported by colleagues from different teams across the trust throughout the week.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand by the Level 7 Restaurant, Derriford Hospital – There will be an EDI stand by the level 7 Restaurant every day that will be stocked with useful resources for you to look at and take away with you, as well as the opportunity to engage and provide feedback.

Tuesday 9^th May – Inclusive Recruitment

Webinar: Black Men Speak. 1pm to 2.15pm. Barts Health NHS Trust is hosting this webinar for Black Inclusion Week. With an exclusive panel of all Black men, the event will aim to celebrate, inspire, and empower Black men, as well as discussing issues like health, leadership, and stereotypes. Find out more and book your place.

Combatting Racism in Nursing with Ben Goodwin, Deputy Chief Nurse. 4pm to 5pm in Clinical Management Room, Level 7. As a Trust we are passionate about ensuring we have a nursing workforce that represents our community, and this means we see colleagues who identify as Black, Asian and ethnic minority at all levels of the workforce. We have setup a small group to look at what we can do differently as a Trust. Come along for a chat to learn about our plans and share your ideas and feedback. No need to book, just drop in when you wish.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand in the Main Concourse on Level 6, Derriford Hospital:

9.00am to 11.00am - Shadna Lallchand, ED Nurse Practitioner and member of the BAME Staff Network

10am to 12.30pm - Recruitment Team. Come along and talk to our Recruitment team about Inclusive Recruitment.

9am to 11am and 1.30pm to 4pm - International Recruitment Team. Soma Jacobs 9am to 11am and Darryl Newman 1.30pm to 4pm. Come along and talk to our International Recruitment Team about the great work that they're doing and how they support our International Recruits at UHP.

Kyeiyanne James, Co-chair of the BAME Staff Network - time TBC

Wednesday 10^th May – Psychological and Physical Safety of Staff

NHS Employers Webinar: Psychological safety of staff 12.30pm to 1.30pm
On day two of #EQW2023 NHS Employers will be delivering a webinar on how to create an inclusive workplace, build trust, and promote the psychological safety of staff in the workplace. Find out more and book your place.

Bite-Sized Domestic Abuse Awareness Session – ‘Do you feel safe at home?’ with the Safeguarding Team. 4pm to 4.45pm on MS Teams. This microteach delivered by the Safeguarding team is for all workers including those in a non-patient facing role, students and those who are non-clinical to develop an awareness of how to ask ‘Do you feel safe at home?’ and how to respond to a positive disclosure.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand in the Main Concourse on Level 6, Derriford Hospital:

9.30am to 11.30am – Staff Networks. Come along and chat to some of our Staff Network Chairs and representatives from the LGBT+ Network, Faiths and Beliefs Network and Men’s Conversations group.

1pm to 2pm - TK Rajesh, Co-chair of the BAME Staff Network.

1.30pm to 3.30pm – Safeguarding Team. Come along and chat to Charley Curtis from our Safeguarding Team.

1.30pm to 3.30pm – Chris Down Lead Professional Nurse Advocate (PNA). Come along and talk to Chris to learn more about the PNAs and express your interest in becoming one.

TBC – Freedom to Speak Up Team

TBC – Julie Padget from Plymouth and Devon Racial Equality Council (PDREC) Plymouth Racial Equality Council

Thursday 11^th May – Pay gaps

Combatting Racism in Nursing with Ben Goodwin, Deputy Chief Nurse. 12.30pm to 1.30pm in Clinical Management Room, Level 7. As a Trust we are passionate about ensuring we have a nursing workforce that represents our community, and this means we see colleagues who identify as Black, Asian and ethnic minority at all levels of the workforce. We have setup a small group to look at what we can do differently as a Trust. Come along for a chat to learn about our plans and share your ideas and feedback. No need to book, just drop in when you wish.

Webinar: "What the Staff Network Means to Me". 12.30pm to 1.30pm. Ashford and St Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, in collaboration with the Southern Disability Support Network are be running a webinar on the importance of staff networks to its members and allies. Find out more and join the guest list.

Tweet chat: Pay gaps – 1pm to 2pm
Join the discussion on reducing disability, ethnicity and gender pay gaps across the NHS on day three of #EQW2023 using hashtag #EndTheGap. Find out more.

Webinar: Black Women Speak. 1pm to 2pm. Barts Health NHS Trust is hosting a webinar as part of Black Inclusion Week. With an exclusive panel of all Black women, the event aims to celebrate, inspire, and empower Black women, while also discussing important topics like health, leadership, and personal growth. Find out more and book your place.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team Drop in Session. 2pm to 3pm in Clinical Management Room, Level 7. Jenny Birchall and Emily Lyons from the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team will be holding a drop in session. Come along for a chat to learn more about what we do, share your thoughts about our Staff Networks, Equality Workforce Standards and Reporting, see how you can get more involved with EDI at UHP and share the good work that you’re doing in your areas. No need to book, just drop in when you wish.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand in the Main Concourse on Level 6, Derriford Hospital:

10am to 4pm – Livewell Southwest. Come along and learn more about Livewell Southwest and the services they provide for our community.

Friday 12^th May – Health Inequalities

POSTPONED - Manager’s Introduction to Autism with Lauren Davis, Autism Clinical Lead Specialist Nurse at UHP. This will be rearranged so please email us at plh-tr.equalitydiversityandinclusion@nhs.net if you are interested and you will be contacted when a new date has been set. 45 minute session covering a basic overview of autism, sensory processing and reasonable adjustments and what you can do as managers to be proactive in supporting neurodivergent staff with a 10 minute Q&A included.

POSTPONED - Reasonable Adjustments for Autistic Patients with Lauren Davis, Autism Clinical Lead Specialist Nurse at UHP. This will be rearranged so please email us at plh-tr.equalitydiversityandinclusion@nhs.net if you are interested and you will be contacted when a new date has been set. 45 minute session covering a basic overview of autism, health inequalities and co-occurring conditions, reasonable adjustments and how to implement them. 10 minute Q&A included.

Webinar: Power of Me: Career Progression with a Disability. 12pm to 1pm. East Sussex Healthcare Trust, in collaboration with the Southern Disability Support Network is running an awareness session, exploring the experiences of disabled staff progressing their careers in the NHS. Find out more and book your place.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand in the Main Concourse on Level 6, Derriford Hospital:

9am to 11am – Deaf and Hard of Hearing Staff Support Group (DAWN Network). Come along and learn more about the support group we’ve set up for our deaf and hard of hearing colleagues at UHP. Join the support group or learn more about how you can support your deaf and hard of hearing colleagues.

11am to 2pm – Derriford Autism Service. Come along and talk to the Autism Team to learn more about the support they offer to neurodivergent colleagues and patients at UHP. Learn about the new Neurodiversity Staff Network at UHP.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Stand by the Level 7 Restaurant, Derriford Hospital:

11am to 2pm – Learning Disabilities Liaison Team. Come along and talk to the Learning Disabilities Team to learn more about reasonable adjustments and the support they offer to colleagues and patients at UHP.

2pm onwards - Sharon Tiday from Campaign for Disability Awareness.

Mental Health Awareness Week 15 to 21st May Events

Lunchtime walk - Walking is one of the easiest ways to improve our mental and physical wellbeing, and also connects us with our world and those around us. Join the Derriford Centre for Health and Wellbeing (DCHW) team for a 30 minute walk around the site. Meet at the steps at the top of DCHW. All welcome:

Mondays and Thursdays throughout May at 12pm (except Bank Holidays)

Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 1pm

Work on your wellbeing - Derriford Centre for Health and Wellbeing (DCHW) - Our new class timetable starts 8 May 2023. Try some new classes in the Studio and meet new people and instructors to help you start and continue your fitness journey. You can find details of all the different physical activities available on the DCHW class timetable .

Wellbeing in Nature Photography Day at Caradon Woods. Saturday 13 May 9.30am to 5pm. Join Fotonow’s Women’s group for a day of photography, nature, wellbeing and connection in the beautiful setting of Caradon Woods. Click here to register for this free event.

As part of Mental Health Awareness week, Salary Finance (our financial wellbeing provider)’s Head of Financial Education and columnist for the Financial Times is running a session on how to relieve financial stress and reframe your thinking to better cope with money obstacles. Jason will also demonstrate six ways to trick your mind to develop better money habits. To register for one of the free interactive webinars, click on your preferred date below:

To find out more about Salary Finance and the financial support available to you, visit: Salary Finance. If you’re feeling worried and need any help and support, please visit the staff Support Hub here .

Schwartz Round 'Guilt, Blame and Anxiety' Thursday 18th May 1-2pm

What is a Schwartz Round? A forum for staff to discuss the psychological aspects of working in healthcare. An opportunity to hear stories from colleagues across the Trust. Open to all staff, clinical and non-clinical. No need to book, just come along. We hope you will join us.

Schwartz Round Link – Click Here

For more information on Rounds, please visit our website

Free Guided Walks:

Accessible Guided Walk. Tuesday 16 May 10.30am. Take a stroll around Freedom Fields park guided by Plymouth Tree Partnership tree warden Jacques Marchal and arboriculturist Matt Underwood. Learn about the important role urban trees play in our lives, the wildlife they support, and the story of the people who plant and look after them. A chance to explore Plymouth's trees and enjoy being with nature. For more details and to reserve a spot click here.

Guided Tree Walk at Ford Park Cemetry. Wednesday 17th May 4.45pm. A guided walk led by arboriculturist Matt Underwood exploring the trees, history, and wildlife that uses them. To reserve a spot please click here.