BAME staff network webinars
Last updated: 30 January 2025 at 16:14
These webinars were chaired by Olga Leach-Walters and Bev Baker of the BAME staff network.
We are here to support you with a dialogue about the uncertainties and challenges that BAME staff are facing, as well as listening to your concerns and share the Trust’s response.
The webinars included opportunities for you to ask questions and give feedback.
Please do share among your networks, allies and contacts. For further information, or if you would like to get involved, please contact:
Email: BAME@uhb.nhs.uk
Thank you for the significant contribution that you and your colleagues are making during this difficult time.
BAME staff network webinar with Cathi Shovlin and Adnan Sharif, 21 May 2020
Responding to risks, concerns and issues for BAME staff in UHB during the COVID-19 pandemic. Director of HR, Cathi Shovlin asked staff to question how they feel, what concerns they may have about their health and safety at work and how to seek advice and support where needed, as the Trust risk assessment was launched. Consultant Nephrologist, Adnan Sharif gives a comprehensive explanation of what the data say about the impact of COVID-19 on people from BAME communities, and the disproportionate effect it has had.
BAME staff network webinar with Cathi Shovlin and Adnan Sharif, 28 May 2020
Responding to risks, concerns and issues for BAME staff in UHB during the COVID-19 pandemic. Director of HR, Cathi Shovlin asked staff to question how they feel, what concerns they may have about their health and safety at work and how to seek advice and support where needed, as the Trust risk assessment is launched. Consultant Nephrologist, Adnan Sharif gives a comprehensive explanation of what the data say about the impact of COVID-19 on people from BAME communities, and the disproportionate effect it has had.
BAME staff network webinar with Dr Mark Garvey and Dr Adnan Sharif, 28 May 2020
Responding to risks, concerns and issues for BAME staff in UHB during the COVID-19 pandemic. Deputy Director, Mark Garvey explains in brief a bit about the coronavirus and with basic stats. He also speak about PPE and the current number of cases at the time for Trust. Consultant Nephrologist, Adnan Sharif gives a comprehensive explanation of what the data say about the impact of COVID-19 on people from BAME communities, and the disproportionate effect it has had.
BAME staff network webinar with Lisa Stalley-Green and Rev. Jackie Gayle, 5 June 2020
Responding to risks, concerns and issues for BAME staff in UHB during the COVID-19 pandemic. Executive Chief Nurse, Lisa Stalley-Green identifies the many impacts that COVID-19 has had on our BAME staff and the actions the Trust is taking to make sure all staff are safe and supported, targeting those at highest risk first. Trust Chaplain, Jackie Gayle, encourages staff to look after their physical, mental and spiritual well-being.