FAQs
Why are the National B.A.M.E. Health & Care Awards important?
Currently, 10.6% of children and family social workers, one in five nurses, more than one in three doctors, and one in six of all NHS staff are from black, Asian and minority ethnic (B.A.M.E.) backgrounds. Yet many studies have shown B.A.M.E. staff are under-represented in senior roles and experience discrimination in their career in health care services. These awards create a significant opportunity for ensuring recognition of staff who show ambition and vision in securing access and service improvements for B.A.M.E. communities
Who organises the National B.A.M.E. Health & Care Awards?
A group of passionate volunteers from the health and care sector, in collaboration with Colourful Healthcare CIC, launched the awards in 2019 to champion the importance of recognising B.A.M.E. talent and innovation in the sector.
How do I enter?
Nominations are currently on and will close on 24th June 2024.
You can enter yourself, suggest a colleague or be nominated. Go to the nominations page and enter digitally (online).
Who can enter the B.A.M.E. Health & Care Awards?
Nominees must be either a current employee or a staff team in a health or care service in the statutory, voluntary or private sector in the UK (England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland).
How are the awards funded?
Table sales and sponsorship – contact us about our sponsorship packages. info@bamehscawards.org
What happens with my nomination?
Our panel of expert judges will review the applications, draw up a shortlist and select the winner in each of the award categories. See the panel of judges page.
The winners will be announced at a ceremony on 26th September 2024 to celebrate their achievements, share best practices, and champion B.A.M.E. inclusion throughout the health and care sector.
Do I have to tell the person I am nominating them?
We advise that you inform anyone you are nominating that you have done so (and tell them the ceremony date), although this is at your discretion.
How many categories are there?
There are 18 awards categories. For full details, please visit the nominations process page.
Who can attend the awards ceremony?
Anyone can attend. For ticket information, please contact us. Look out for our notifications about ticket releases on social media.
When is the awards ceremony?
The Awards ceremony will take place in central London on 26th September 2024.
More details will be released so follow us on social media (@BAME_HCA ) to keep up to date with the latest news!
Who should I contact if I have any questions about the Awards process?
Should you need further information please contact the team at info@bamehscawards.org