Widening participation and increasing equity

in south east London's health and care workforce

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The South-East London Voluntary, Community, and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Alliance is proud to present the findings and outcomes of our project, "Widening participation and increasing equity in south-east London’s health and care workforce." In collaboration with Health Education England (HEE) and the South East London Integrated Care Board (SEL ICB), we have taken significant steps toward fostering a more diverse, equitable, and inclusive health and care workforce in the region. This executive summary outlines the key insights we gained and the practical strategies we have developed to break down barriers for underrepresented groups in accessing health and care careers. Our IDEAS Framework offers actionable recommendations for creating a more inclusive future.

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July 28, 2025

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