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Mary spent almost 30 years as a mental health and learning disability nurse at South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust. Her passion for mental health care didn’t stop when she retired. Instead, she continued her commitment by volunteering, particularly at the weekly parkrun event held at Bethlem Royal Hospital. 

Volunteers play a crucial role in providing comfort, companionship, and a listening ear to those navigating their mental health journeys. Isobel Mdudu, Volunteer Manager, highlights the meticulous training and support mechanisms in place to empower volunteers for their roles.

Welcome to our Monthly Stakeholder Recap for May 2024. We highlighted our Strategy in Action event, celebrated international nurses, and launched new initiatives like the Brain Health Research Centre, alongside our ongoing commitment to mental health awareness and anti-racism. 

For International Nurses Day 2024 we wanted to shine a light on our internationally educated nurses who are been an important part of the care we deliver.

This week is Black Baby Loss Awareness Week (BBLAW). Recent statistics show that Black and Black Mixed-Heritage women and birthing people are 43% more likely to experience miscarriage. They're also almost 50% more likely to experience stillbirth, and Black babies have the highest infant mortality rates in the country.