Briefing Paper 18
Effective methods of engaging black and minority ethnic communities within health care settings. March 2010
Evidence shows that poor engagement with black and minority ethnic communities in health care still exists, resulting in unequal access and care. Barriers to effective engagement with black and minority ethnic communities include those of language, communication and culture, as well as a lack of diversity in the health care workforce. A range of methods exists that can be utilised to enhance engagement with black and minority ethnic communities, as shown by the existence of good practice examples from London, Leeds and Bradford.
Author(s): Saima Latif
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Are we there yet? Identifying the characteristics of social care organisations that successfully promote diversity
Butt, J., Race equality discussion paper 03, Social Care Institute for Excellence, 2006
This discussion paper considers the characteristics of social care organisations that successfully promote diversity, exploring research on the barriers to diversity and how they can be overcome.
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Social Care for Excellence - Black and Minority signposting
One of SCIE's key objectives for 2006-09 is to address gaps and inadequacies in service provision for black and minority ethnic groups and seldom-heard groups. As part of this commitment, they have reviewed their publications, resources and websites, and prepared a brief synopsis of each product that includes black and minority ethnic content. 
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