Rainbow Badge Pledge

For staff that would like to show their support and wear a badge we are asking that they complete a pledge of inclusion. By choosing to wear this badge, you are sending a message to staff, visitors and patients that “you can talk to me.” You aren’t expected to solve all their issues and concerns but you are a friendly ear and will know how to signpost to support available.

The South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust pledge is as follows: 

I confirm that... 

• I understand wearing a badge gives a positive message of inclusion and means I have a responsibility to be someone who is a friendly ear for LGBT+ people and families 
• I understand the purpose of the badge and that I have a responsibility to promote inclusivity, compassion and respect. 
• I understand what to do if I think a situation requires escalation - support is available from line managers and further information is available on the intranet: http://stsft-intranet.franktesting.co.uk/about-our-trust/equality-and-diversity
• I understand that promoting inclusivity and valuing diversity will help create a culture that is open, honest and continuously improving. 
• I am an employee of South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust 

Once signed the pledge will be logged by the Equality, Diversity and Inclusion lead and you will be contacted to let you know when and where you can collect your badge from.