Welcome to Lesson 2
Video: Anti-Racism Foundations
5-minute introduction to anti-racism in healthcare settings
This foundational lesson establishes the critical framework for our anti-racism journey. As NHS ward managers, you hold unique positions of influence that can either perpetuate existing injustices or actively dismantle them. Today, we explore what it truly means to be anti-racist in healthcare.
- Angela Davis
š§ Wisdom for Your Journey
Take a moment to center yourself with this powerful affirmation
Dr. Patricia Newton
2012
Click to play ā¢ Listen with an open heart
Learning Objectives
š Distinguish Anti-Racism
Understand the critical difference between being non-racist and actively anti-racist in healthcare practice
š„ Healthcare Context
Recognize how racism operates at individual, institutional, and systemic levels within NHS settings
š”ļø Your Role
Identify your role and responsibility as a ward manager in anti-racist work and creating equitable healthcare
Key Concepts You'll Explore
š¤ What is Anti-Racism?
Anti-racism is the active process of identifying and eliminating racism by changing systems, organizational structures, policies and practices, and attitudes. In the NHS context, this means:
Diagram: Anti-Racism vs Non-Racism
Visual comparison showing active vs passive approaches
- Actively challenging discriminatory practices
- Creating systems that ensure equitable outcomes
- Using your leadership position to dismantle barriers
- Centering the experiences of those most affected by racism
š„ Why Anti-Racism Matters in the NHS
The evidence is clear and compelling:
Infographic: NHS Health Inequalities Data
Visual representation of racial health disparities in UK healthcare
- Health Inequalities: People from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic backgrounds experience poorer health outcomes across many metrics
- Maternal Mortality: Black women are 4x more likely to die in childbirth than white women in the UK
- Staff Experience: BAME NHS staff report higher levels of discrimination and lower career progression
- Patient Trust: Historical and ongoing discrimination affects patient trust and engagement with services
Ready to Transform Your Understanding?
Dive deep into the foundations of anti-racism in healthcare