28 July 2021

PRIDE@CNWL – the Trust’s LGBT+ Staff Network - run regular LGBT+ awareness training for staff in the Trust, as well as dedicated training on how to become an LGBT+ ally.

Recently they were invited to run an external session by Wormwood Scrubs Pony Centre following a discussion they had with one of the network’s committee members.

Sofia Venuti, Co Chair of the Network and Anne Power, CNWL’s Staff Network Lead, headed over to run a session that they’d adapted to staff at the centre.

Following the visit Richard Watson, Senior Coach and Equine Trainer, at the centre said:

 

In February 2021, the Trust became the first to launch Progress Rainbow flags for CNWL staff to wear to indicate they are a safe listening ear for LGBT+ staff, volunteers, patients and carers. You can read more about the reason for changing the flag here.

If CNWL staff would like to request a local training session or some of the new badges get in touch with the network at lgbt.cnwl@nhs.net

The network can occasionally offer external training too and are happy to share ideas with local community groups to raise awareness of LGBT+ issues and support.