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• Understanding the impact of Covid-19 on BAME communities

  Current evidence for COVID-19 shows that those from a BAME (Black and Asian minority ethnic) background have been disproportionately impacted, with age and specific underlying conditions also associated with more severe illness.  This is deeply worrying and highlights the importance of ensuring that urgent action is taken to protect members of the BAME community. NHS Providers has published [a report here](https://nhsproviders.org/topics/covid-19/coronavirus-member-support/national-guidance/natFew readers

• Join a staff network for support and shared experience

  Staff networks offer a place for staff to come together, share experiences and facilitate learning and development. Networks assist in the shaping and delivery of organisational strategy and policy, working with us to improve staff experience on specific issues relating to each network. NHS Staff Networks Click on the links below to find out about each network Black and Asian Minority Ethnic (BAME) network [Lesbian, GayFew readers

• Training, workshops and courses

  Find a list of training, workshops and courses available to book: 5As Self-Management of Stress Programme using the 5As model A stress self-management training programme was launched across the Trust in August 2020. It is aimed at helping staff in the context of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis. Staff with a protected characteristic as defined by the Equality Act 2020, especially BAME staff have been particularly affected and are encouraged to complete this course. This is particularly of theFew readers

• Support for loved ones overseas during the Covid-19 pandemic

  We understand there are many colleagues from BAME communities working in the NHS, health and social care sector who come from or have loved ones overseas. We recognise the truly awful scale of this disease and the suffering it brings, including for families here worrying about their loved ones, especially when they cannot travel. Here is some advice on how to access help and support: Remember, like all Covid-19 pandemic waves, this spike in infections and deaths in India will pass. SupporFew readers

• Support resources for LGBTQ+ colleagues

  London Friend Provides counselling and support service for LGBT+ communities. Runs a range of support groups and social activities for example for lesbians/bisexual women, for black, asian and BAME women, a non-scene men’s group. Visit their website North West London Lesbian and Gay Group A social activity group established in 1971 who welcome all members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community. [Find out more](http://www.nwlgay.com/triV3/Few readers

• Questions about Covid-19 Vaccine? - Webinar by the NHS Muslim Network

  Join a COVID-19 Vaccine Webinar - Hosted by the NHS Muslim Network The NHS Muslim Network, in collaboration with the London Region Vaccination Cell, are holding a vaccination myth busting webinar on Tuesday 27 July from 1pm to 2pm. During the webinar you will have the opportunity to hear the latest information on COVID-19 vaccinations and to ask questions. Speakers include: Members from BIMA (British Islamic Medical Association) Dr Rehan Salim - a consultant gynaecologist, subspeciFew readers

• Support resources for BAME colleagues

  Islamic mental health and wellbeing service Access free faith-based mental health counselling support for Muslims working in the NHS. Inspirited Minds and the Lateef Project have partnered with the NHS Muslim Network and NHS England and NHS Improvement’s Health and Wellbeing Team to provide a confidential and Islamic-based counselling service for our NHS people, delivered by qualified counselling therapists. LookiFew readers