'My nursing inspiration'
Paying homage to brilliant nursing staff during Black History Month
Black History Month
October is Black History Month and represents a welcome opportunity to celebrate the continuing contribution that Black nurses, health care support workers and students have made to the art and science of nursing.
Join the discussion taking place across England and look out for other events and learning opportunities taking place throughout the year.
Learn more about Black nursing history
Black History Month reading list
Our reading list highlights the lived experience and contributions of the Black nursing workforce.
It also offers a selection of resources that voice the critical conversations that must continue to happen to address systemic inequality.
Nursing Whilst Black
In this podcast series, we asked Black nurses, healthcare support workers, and students to share their thoughts, reflections, and insights on their lived experiences of working in healthcare.
They also provide recommendations on how we can all be better equipped to tackle issues of race and racism in the profession.
Black History Month events
Equity, diversity and inclusion at the RCN
We all have a vital role to play in advancing race equity
If you feel unsure about where to start, our new interactive resource provides some valuable first steps to building your knowledge and confidence to help build a more equitable health care system.
Our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Strategy
Our strategy lays out the actions we're committed to taking over the next 5 years to encourage greater inclusion, representation of diversity, and equitable support for our members across the UK.
