Equality and diversity news

Brighton and Sussex University Hospitals have taken part in Brighton Pride for many years, and although it doesn’t quite look the same this year, we will be celebrating online with the launch of the BSUH Pride video.

BSUH has reached the top 20% of the annual Stonewall Workplace Equality Index (WEI), recognising their progress towards creating true equality for all LGBTQ+ staff and patients.

An innovative board game is helping BSUH to continually improve the experience of its LGBTQ+ workforce

BSUH NHS Trust is featured in the new issue of BAME (Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic) Education and Careers Guide (p.89). Chief Executive Dame Marianne Griffiths provides an account of the work undertaken by the Workforce Race Equality Standard staff group, including the Trust’s first WRES staff conference. The article also outlines opportunities for career development and progression and networks …

The rainbow lanyards and pins are a voluntary way for staff of any sexual orientation and gender identity to indicate that they are a ‘safe listening ear’ for LGBTQ+ patients, colleagues, volunteers and students.