Who is Breaking Diversity Barriers for?

This programme is specifically aimed at finance staff from ‘protected groups’ that are under-represented at director level in the NHS. This can include (but is not limited to) those from diverse ethnic backgrounds, female staff, LGBTQIA+ staff, and those living with a disability.

Through research and safe house discussion held with finance staff from different protected groups in 2018. 2019, and 2020. We identified that some professionals in band 7-8b roles faced challenges in progressing into senior positions. Throughout this programme, we explore the reasons why and identify solutions.

Programme objectives:

The sessions are about learning and sharing experiences, which may include controversial and challenging discussions. Participants will be expected to share and feedback openly throughout.

To encourage this, we operate a strict policy of confidentiality and Chatham house rules will be instated which will be respected throughout the programme, anything shared during the sessions will remain private.

Some of the key aims of the programme are below:

• Build the confidence and resilience needed to be your authentic self
• Recognise barriers to diversity and inclusion and how to overcome these
• Gain the confidence to challenge discrimination and perceived inequalities in the workplace
• Learn the skills and strategies needed to succeed in inherently biased environments
• Understand how to define your USP and use it to power career progression

After completion of this programme, candidates should feel confident to step-up into more senior positions and to apply to our other existing senior talent management programmes.