About this event
The profile and importance of equality diversity, equity and inclusion (EDEI) has grown in the past 5 years both locally and internationally. In the context of health and social care, achieving equality of health outcomes requires identification of barriers and biases, and targeted action to overcome specific inequalities experienced by certain groups and individuals.
This session will help you think about EDEI in the context of your own work and tackling health inequalities.
Type of event
Interactive workshop with participation and discussion. We appreciate you keeping your camera on and joining in when possible.
Who is this event for?
Healthwatch staff and volunteers who are interested in EDEI.
What you will learn?
But what does good practice look like and what do we need to consider when engaging a diverse community?
In our session, we will cover:
• Legislative context around EDEI in the UK
• Exploring EDEI and DEI concepts
• Harnessing the power of diversity in tackling health inequalities
• A road map to embracing EDEI in your engagement activities
• An overview of inclusive language when working with communities
• Cultural competence in a health and social care setting
• Microaggressions (or Microincivilities)
Who is running this event?
Cherina Darrell-Hibbert
Cherina Darrell Inclusion Consultancy (CDIC)