Thiruvathira dance from Kerala performed by RGH staff nurses. What a beautiful dance. This dance is dedicated to Lord Shiva to pray for a happy marriage

The best thing about NHS is people from all over the world work together and celebrate their culture as one family. Celebrating Cohesive diversity in valley organised by Cwm Taf Race Equality Network Race Equality Network Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board ITV News BBC Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 WalesOnline 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Race Council Cymru Anita Parbhoo

Doc Race Equality Network Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board ITV News BBC Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 WalesOnline 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Anita Parbhoo Tweet 1/5🧵 Every culture adds a unique flavour to our collective identity. The talking drum, a staple in Yoruba culture, isn't just an instrument—it's a voice that tells stories, conveys emotions, and connects communities and generations in Nigeria.

Doc Race Equality Network Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board ITV News BBC Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 WalesOnline 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Anita Parbhoo Tweet 2/5🧵 🎶 The "dundun" or talking drums of Nigeria hold profound significance in the Yoruba culture. These instruments have been central in conveying proverbs and deep cultural connections for generations. #YorubaCulture #TalkingDrums

Doc Race Equality Network Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board ITV News BBC Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 WalesOnline 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Anita Parbhoo Tweet 3/5 🧵 One captivating aspect is the drum's representation of family. Instruments like the Yalu, Guru, and Omele signify different family members, emphasising the importance of family values in Yoruba culture. #FamilyTies

Doc Race Equality Network Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board ITV News BBC Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 WalesOnline 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Anita Parbhoo Tweet 4/5🧵 Moreover, the drum isn't just about music. It's a voice, a narrator, sharing stories of life's hardships, joys, and teachings. It's a testament to the richness of Nigeria's history and traditions. #AfricanHeritage

Doc Race Equality Network Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board ITV News BBC Wales 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 WalesOnline 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿 Anita Parbhoo Tweet 5/5 🧵 Doc and anyone interested, if you wish to immerse yourself deeper into the world of the "talking drums", do watch: bit.ly/3RsdQfU and bit.ly/3LOY6QL #CulturalHeritage #RCCWales #IntegrationJusticeEquality

The Black History Month 2023 theme of ‘Saluting our Sisters’ In today's short video, Angelina Moreira from the Environment Agency shares which pioneering black woman she would like to showcase. raceequalitymatters.com/black-history-… #RaceEqualityMatters #BlackHistoryMonth

As we embark on #BlackHistoryMonth we look forward to a month of celebrating the richness of NHS diversity - past, present and future.

During this October’s Black History month, the theme is ‘Saluting our Sisters’ I am going to post a tribute every day to black nurse leaders who inspire, are intrepid & blaze a trail for others- first up @yvonnecoghill1 Thank you for everything you do! 🙏💕

This #WorldMentalHealthDay, spend 20 minutes having a conversation about mental health with your child. Here are some conversations starters you can use.

Today #SalutingOurSisters we honour EvelynAsante-Mensah OBE, Chair Pennine Care NHS FT. She is a beacon of change. We thank her tireless dedication to tackling inequalities in health and social care and promoting equity and diversity. #GetToKnow visit: penninecare.nhs.uk/board/evelyn-a… #BHM

Please complete the NHS Wales Staff Survey so we can help shape our organisation. Links below 👇🏽

For those of you who couldn’t attend our #BlackHistoryMonth #BLNLecture2023 last night, watch this short clip from Kevin Fenton 👇 Kevin shares 3 things that we can all do to protect ourselves whilst tackling health inequalities and racism.

🚫Hate Crime Awareness Week 📢 🤝Our colleagues continue to express what this week means to them with a passionate call to promote a safer and more inclusive world. #NoHate #UnityinDiversity #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek

Promoting the NHS Wales Staff Survey at Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board @NHSWalesSS #YourVoiceMatters Come say ‘hi’ and grab a chocolate!

Promoting the NHS Wales Staff Survey at Princess of Wales Hospital in Bridgend. Come say ‘hi’ and grab a chocolate! Cwm Taf Morgannwg University Health Board @NHSWalesSS @CTMWellExp #YourVoiceMatters @Pauldmears Stuart Morris DJ Jonathan Morgan 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿🇬🇧 Rebecca Watkins

Celebrating Black History in Nottingham University Hospitals with Richard Holder Vignesh Murali Global Health Partnerships (formerly THET) @ Dr Patience

As Hate Crime Awareness Week concludes, our commitment to promoting love and ending hate remains unwavering. If you've experienced a hate crime or know someone who has, reach out to us. We are here to support and advocate for change! #NoHate #HateCrimeAwarenessWeek

📢@UNISONtheunion is calling on health workers in Wales to have their voices heard in the latest NHS staff survey. 💻Take part and have your say here heiw.nhs.wales/nhs-wales-staf… before the deadline of Monday November 27. TUC Cymru Shav Taj Christina McAnea UNISON Health