LGBTQIA+ Network Chair, Dan, recognised for going above and beyond to promote equality, diversity and inclusion at UHDB
Dan Walton-Ashmore, Trainee Nursing Associate and Chair of our UHDB LGBTQIA+ network has been awarded the Making a Difference Chief Executive Award by our Chief Executive, Gavin Boyle.
The award, which was presented to Dan earlier this week, recognises his work to promote equality, diversity and inclusion at UHDB.
Gavin Boyle said, “I am really grateful to hear of what Dan has been doing to support our LGBTQIA+ colleagues throughout the Trust. It is amazing that alongside working on the frontline throughout the pandemic, he has also managed to grow the LGBTQIA+ network from a small group of people to over 140 active members.”
As well as growing the network, Dan has also brought around change regarding the use of pronouns amongst colleagues, encouraged staff to share their story as a member of the LGBTQIA+ community and has also come forward to share his sad experiences of homophobia to raise awareness on International Day Against Homophobia.
Dan said: “Thank you for this recognition for not just myself, but the network as a whole. I’m so proud of how far the network has come since setting it up earlier this year alongside my Co-Chair, Jimmy. It is thriving. Every person who has joined the network continues to try and make UHDB a better place for our patients, current staff and staff of the future. We have joined forces with other local NHS LGBTQIA+ networks and continue to share ideas.
“If you’re an LGBTQIA+ colleague working at the Trust, come and join us. We are on a journey of embracing all of our people and communities. UHDB will lead the way one day on staff inclusion and diversity.”
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