Finalists announced for first south east London ICS equality diversity and inclusion awards

12 Feb 2025
Workforce; EDI

After receiving an overwhelming number of nominations, we are delighted to announce the finalists for the first south east London ICS Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Awards! These outstanding individuals and teams have demonstrated exceptional commitment to driving change, and creating a more inclusive future.

The winners in each of the six award categories will be announced at the award ceremony and conference taking place on 4th March, in central London. The theme of the event is `Empowering our EDI Community`, and it will bring together inspiring speakers to explore the evidence behind EDI, its impact on our workforce and patients, and celebrate the amazing efforts of our colleagues at a local level.

Colleagues are invited to attend this free event, which promises to be an insightful and inspiring day. Register now to secure your place. Further details can be found here.

SEL ICS Equality, Diversity & Inclusion Conference and Awards – Finalists

Innovation in EDI

  • HIV Re-engagement Project
    Led by HIV teams at Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust, Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust and Kings College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Pain: Equality of Care and Support In the Community (PEACS)
    King’s Health Partners
  • Sickle Cell Support Project
    Led by Cost of Living Team, Lambeth Council
  • Fertility Preservation Service
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

Community Impact in EDI 

  • Kylie Nadon
    King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • SE London Enhanced Sickle Cell Community Care Team
    SE London Integrated Care Board
  • Health Inclusion Homeless Service
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
  • Christina Brown
    Motivational Mums Club

Rising Star in EDI 

  • Shivonne Simpson
    King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Louis French
    South East London Integrated Care Board
  • Donya Gaye
    Bromley Healthcare
  • Meaghan Hackette
    King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Inspirational Inclusive Leader 

  • Juliet Amoa
    Lambeth Council
  • Maya Asir
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
  • Halima Dagia
    SE London Integrated Care Board
  • Ras Kahai
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
  • Dr Khurram Sadiq
    Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Staff Network of the Year 

  • GSTT LGBT+ Staff Network
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
  • King’s And Queers
    King’s College Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
  • Essentia IDEA staff network and working group
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
  • DAWN (Disability and Wellness Network)
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust

Inclusive Team of the Year 

  • Transforming Care in Autism (TCA)
    South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust
  • Community and Business Development Team
    Royal Borough of Greenwich
  • Heart, Lung and Critical Care Research Development Team
    Guy’s and St Thomas’ NHS Foundation Trust
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Team
    Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust

Congratulations to all our amazing finalists!