Racial inequalities in mental health services conference 2023
Our second annual conference for people interested in exploring & tackling the lack of diversity & racial inequalities in Mental Health services, including Psychology services. The day creatively explored different cultural wisdoms, testimonies & perspectives on power, race & identity.
QUOTES FROM THE DAY
“So so thought provoking and I have learnt so much - this has included my own role and some
uncomfortable feelings - lots of food for reflection”
“The dance at the end was a reminder to bring play/creativities to this work”.
“Being with others who share the same passion for the work and seeing so many examples of
openness to being vulnerable, this is hard work and we need to feel it will be valued”
“Stories shared in the morning were incredibly brave, emotional, and thought-provoking. Thank
you.“
“Hearing stories - my voice/experience through them shared with others”.
“The opportunity to speak to other professionals and recognise that there is a lot of progress being
made even though working in one individual setting can make us feel disillusioned”.
“The permission and opportunity to discuss uncomfortable topics”.
Racial inequalities in mental health services conference 2022
Our first conference which focussed on exploring & tackling the lack of diversity & racial inequalities in mental health services, including Psychology services.