Dear all
I recently wrote to you all regarding the results of a survey we commissioned on the working lives of colleagues from a Black or Minority Ethnic (BME) background. You will, no doubt, have seen the media coverage of this survey.
Soon after that research was underway, we commissioned surveys of colleagues who identify as:
I am now able to share these results of LGBT+ survey with you all.
I am pleased to say that we received a high response from colleagues at 65%. Thank you to everyone who took part. 72% of respondents report that they consider the Trust to be: ‘A modern and inclusive organisation, which recognises and embraces people of all sexual orientations and different gender identities.
However, we still have much further to go in making our Trust an inclusive environment for everyone. The key areas to improve include:
We have a three-year plan to make EEAST a more inclusive place to work and have a skilled team in the Strategy, Culture and Education Directorate to drive forward this plan. The plan includes:
We need all colleagues to play their part in this. If you see any discriminatory behaviours, or if you have been affected by these reports, please speak out and formally report any behaviours so that these can be fully investigated and acted upon.
You can report this behaviour via:
Kind Regards,
Tom Abell
Chief Executive
Office of the Chief Executive
East of England Ambulance Service
Published 1st June 2023