Would you like an NHS rainbow badge?

October 15, 2019

The rainbow badges initiative gives colleagues a way to show that the Trust offers open, non-judgemental and inclusive care for children, young people and their families, who identify as LGBT+ – lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender. The + simply means that we are inclusive of all identities, regardless of how people define themselves.

These badges carry both a responsibility and an opportunity to send a positive message of inclusion.

By wearing a badge you can play a valuable part in reducing stigma and inequality.

Wearing a badge says to LGBT+:

• You can talk to me freely and without worry about who you are and how you feel.
• I will do my best to get support for you if you need it.
• This is a place of inclusion, you are not alone.

If you would like a NHS rainbow badge please contact swb-tr.SWBH-GM-EqualityDiversity@nhs.net.