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How Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Can Influence Healthcare

Relias

Healthcare organizations have a growing responsibility to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) efforts not only for their employees, but also to better serve patients and their families. The Current State of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in Healthcare. Health disparities related to diverse populations.

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Diversity Spotlight: Sannisha K. Dale, PhD

Society of Clinical Psychology

This research interest coincides with her position as the founder and director of the SHINE (Strengthening Health through Innovation and Engagement) Research Program. Turner Early Career Award for Distinguished Contribution to Diversity Research in Clinical Psychology, the 2019 Melba J.

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Boosting careers in adult social care

Social Care

We know from our data that 65% of direct care providing staff who’ve started work in the sector since January 2015 have engaged with the Care Certificate. We recommend everyone new to social care completes the Care Certificate as part of a robust induction process.

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The role of research in adult social work

Social Work With Adults

Based in different settings, each with a different area of interest for our Fellowship, we share a strong belief all social workers should be fully engaged in generating, using, disseminating and embedding research in their professional practice and development. Further studies are also needed to increase diversity in social work research.

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New CE Certificates Support DEI Goals

Michigan Social Work

The Office of Continuing Education announces two new web-based certificate programs: the Online Certificate in Disability Inclusion and Accessible Design, and the Online Certificate in Dismantling Oppression. The program faculty includes scholars, activists and others working on the frontlines of disability inclusion and accessibility.

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Celebrating co-production

Social Care

Our first call for action is for diversity in practice, broadening the voices heard and extending participation. Investment in such areas will equip staff working in adult social care with the necessary tools and resources to engage in co-production effectively and meaningfully, and ensure services are fit for purpose.

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Fond farewell to Fran Leddra

Social Work With Adults

Fran joined the Department of Health and Social Care in October 2019, from her role as Head of Service at Thurrock Council, alongside Mark Harvey, Director of Disabilities at Hertfordshire Council, to cover the CSW role, as I returned to Australia on special leave to care for my ailing mother. Engagement on the big issues.