This group was co-founded by our Chief Executive, Geoffrey Ocen and the CEO of North Middlesex Hospital, who both now chair the group.

The Haringey Racial Equity Group in Health and Social Care is a key initiative within Haringey Council's efforts to address racial inequalities in the borough.

It operates under the North Central London Integrated Care System framework and focuses on reducing disparities in access to, experience of, and outcomes from health and social care services.

The group collaborates with community partners to challenge systemic racism and promote a more equitable system for all residents. 

Focus Areas:
    • Challenging Systemic Racism
    • Creating Equitable Systems
    • Improving Well-being
    • Addressing Health Inequalities:
    • Promoting Diversity and Inclusion
    • Accessible and Culturally Responsive Services:

    1. Developing Anti-Racist Policies and Practices, including an anti-racist statement for children's services, and developing anti-racist practice standards. 
    2. Collaborative Approach: works with key agencies and community partners to shape the collective efforts to address racial equity. 
    3. Involving Residents: actively engages residents and communities in service planning, development, and delivery. 
    4. Using Data and Insights: utilises data-led insights to understand residents' needs better and improve service delivery. 
    5. Advocating for Resources: advocates for high-quality local services that are adequately funded to meet the needs of all residents. 
  • "We are proud to partner with the Bridge Renewal Trust in co-chairing the Racial Equity Group for Health and Social Care, working together to advance racial equity across Haringey. This collaboration reflects our shared belief in tackling systemic inequalities and our commitment to ensuring that all residents have access to fair, inclusive, and culturally responsive care when and where they need it most.

    We remain dedicated to working closely with residents and community partners to challenge systemic racism and help build a more equitable health and social care system for everyone in Haringey." 

    Dr Nnenna Osuji, Chief Executive of Royal Free, NHS Foundation Trust