COVENTRY and Warwickshire partnership NHS trust celebrated South Asian heritage month.
From July 18 to August 17, CWPT celebrated the month by showcasing the diverse voices that make up its workforce.
This years theme was ‘Free To Be Me’ and CWPT organised online sessions where staff spoke about what the month meant to them.
Discussions were centred around the themes of identity, gender, community, faith and family.
An event took place on August, 14 at Brooklands Hospital where staff celebrated South Asian culture – activities included Sri Lankan food, South Asian music, and a cricket match.
In partnership with the Asian Fire Service Association (AFSA), Asian Professionals National Alliance (APNA) NHS and National Sikh Police Association UK, CWPT also held a South Asian Heritage Month Conference at a local Sikh community centre and Gudwara which included keynote speakers from all organisations present, with discussions and presentations on personal and career journeys.
Professor Jagtar Singh OBE, chair of Coventry and Warwickshire Partnership NHS Trust, said: “The room was a vibrant tapestry of people from all walks of life, including our partners, staff, West Midlands Police, the Gurdwara Executive, and local community leaders.
“It was a testament to the power of coming together to celebrate and learn from each other.
“South Asian Heritage Month is so important because it provides a platform to recognise and celebrate diversity, challenge stereotypes, preserve heritage and foster community and belonging. I leave this event feeling inspired and hopeful for the future.”
