What actions did the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) take to address racism within its organization?

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) introduced inclusive leadership training for regional directors and launched a revised organization-wide strategy to support members more effectively. They also worked on strategies for staff and established multicultural nursing networks to address racism.

The Royal College of Nursing (RCN) took several actions to address racism within its organization. They introduced inclusive leadership training for regional directors to foster a shared understanding of racism and potential solutions. This training led to conversations and actions aimed at developing and embedding an approach to support members more consistently and effectively. Additionally, the RCN launched a revised organization-wide strategy at the RCN Congress 2024 and continued to work on a strategy for staff. They also established a Multicultural Nursing Group in the northwest, aligning their work with the NHS England North-West Regional Assembly’s Anti-Racism Work Plan. Furthermore, the RCN engaged in advocacy during the pandemic to ensure proper PPE distribution and risk assessments, particularly for Black and ethnic minority nurses.