LGBTQI+

LGBTQI+ stands for Lesbian, Gay, Bi, Trans. The plus stands for all other sexual orientations, gender identities or expressions, and sexual characteristics. Including (but not limited to) asexual, intersex, non‑binary, pansexual, queer or questioning.

Many people experience discrimination through social exclusion and harassment because of their Age, Disability, Gender Reassignment, Pregnancy and Maternity, Race, Religion and Belief, Sex and Sexual Orientation.

At NHS Fife we recognise our responsibility to challenge and change this to achieve the highest standards of equality. We are committed to being a proactive agent for change, so we see equality and diversity at the heart of everything we do.

By investing in equality and diversity NHS Fife aims to improve services and patient care.

Ensure that our staff and service users are in a safe, inclusive, and accessible environment.
Ensure that our services are accessible to all communities across Fife.
Promote health and well-being for all people.
Attract, train, promote and support a workforce that is diverse and representative of general society.

NHSScotland’s Pride Pledge and badge

Wear it with Pride

At NHS Fife, we're encouraging staff think about discrimination and equality and to consider making a pledge to demonstrate commitment to and awareness of the issues that LGBTQ+ people can face when accessing healthcare.

That is why we supporting NHSScotland’s Pride Pledge and badge. NHSScotland designed these pin badges as a visual symbol identifying its wearer as someone who LGBTQ+ people can feel comfortable talking to.

After signing the pledge, staff are able to wear the new NHSScotland Pride Badge, to signify that they are aware of the issues that LGBTQ+ people can face and to help to make a positive difference by promoting a message of inclusion.

Over 1259 NHS Fife staff members have signed the pride pledge

Staff - Wear it with Pride

Staff can order a free badge by visiting the ‘Pride pledge’ pages of Stafflink.

If you have downloaded the Stafflink app: please click here.

Numbers are limited and badges will be distributed on a first come first served basis.

NHS Fife Equality Lead

You can also contact NHS Fife’s Equality and Human Rights Lead Officer, Isla Bumba, about any equality and human rights issues: email fife.equalityandhumanrights@nhs.scot or phone 01592 29130.

NHS Fife LGBTQI+ network

As an employer, NHS Fife wants to create a safe working environment for all its staff, where they feel empowered and able to fulfil their full work potential without prejudice.

LGBTQI+ resources

For Pride 2023 signposting and LGBTQI resources see our LGBTQI Resources page.

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