2/2 Using statistics, data and sharing the experiences of IEN/Ms from our Benevolent Service, we have put together a report which depicts the issue and highlights the reality that is forcing Internationally Educated Nurses and Midwives into hardship.
Read the report here bit.ly/4rfmJrE
1/2 Between 2022-2025, the RCN Foundation has seen a 475% increase in hardship grants awarded to individuals with no recourse to public funds. Their stories of hardship, caused by circumstances beyond their control, highlights the inequity that exists for them.
2/2 You’ll find help with:
✅ Emotional and wellbeing support
☑️ Money management
✅ Careers advice
☑️ Disability support
Explore what's available to you bit.ly/3UXw9LW
1/2 Our signposting hub has been curated to support you through life’s unexpected challenges.
Whether you’re navigating financial uncertainty or planning your next career move, support is right at your fingertips.
#Signposting #Hardship #RCNFImpact
2/2 With grants up to £2,500, we're seeking applications from:
✅ Nurses
✅ Midwives
✅ Registered nursing associates
✅ Health and support care workers
✅ Maternity assistants
You do not need to be an RCN member to apply. For more information and to apply, visit bit.ly/4aHrbdm
1/2 The RCN Foundation Quality Improvement Project is a fund dedicated to supporting projects that improve patient care and safety, help in addressing health inequalities and improve outcomes for nurses and midwives’ wellbeing.
#QualityImprovement #Grant
Great North Run Fundraiser
www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-...
Branch Chair Andrew is running the great north run for the first time this year and next year, in aid of the @rcnfoundation.bsky.social who support nursing staff all around the country, please Donate as little or as much as possible
2/2 We are keen to hear from Black and Asian mothers of all ages, who have had a child within the last five years. To share your experience or to learn more about the proposed programme, please visit our website bit.ly/4qXnoyD
1/2 We’re looking to develop a programme of research and education which aims to give a voice to Black and Asian mothers about their experiences of maternity and neonatal care, and to support a person-centred approach to maternal and neonatal care.
🚨 1 week left to apply!🚨
Funding of up to £30,000 is available for organisations to undertake nurse-led research which explores mental health provisions for children and young people who have a learning disability and mental health challenges across the UK.
📆 Apply by 2 March
👉 bit.ly/3YMn7Ca
2/2 Using his own experience of mental health, Thomas became a mental health nurse. He received an RCN Foundation education grant, which he states supported him to deliver more patient centred care and offer a more holistic approach to care.
Watch Thomas's story 👉 bit.ly/4aIv7tw
1/2 On #MentalHealthNursesDay we're recognising the dedication and vital impact of mental health nurses, who work tirelessly caring and advocating for their patients - thank you for all that you do.
2/2 With grants up to £2,500, we're seeking applications from:
✅ Nurses
✅ Midwives
✅ Registered nursing associates
✅ Health and support care workers
✅ Maternity assistants
You do not need to be an RCN member to apply. For more information and to apply, visit bit.ly/4aHrbdm
1/2 The RCN Foundation Quality Improvement Project is a fund dedicated to supporting projects that improve patient care and safety, help in addressing health inequalities and improve outcomes for nurses and midwives’ wellbeing.
#QualityImprovement #Grant
2/2 We are keen to hear from Black and Asian mothers of all ages, who have had a child within the last five years. This will provide you with the opportunity to share your experiences and to discuss where you feel we can have the most impact in this area.
Get in touch bit.ly/4qXnoyD
1/2 We’re looking to develop a programme of research and education which aims to give a voice to Black and Asian mothers about their experiences of maternity and neonatal care, and to support a person-centred approach to maternal and neonatal care.
2/2 The event will be chaired by Professor Anne Whittaker, and will explore the concept of health justice, why it is important, and how it can inform the ethics of care and research practice.
Secure your place below
1/2 You're invited to attend a free lecture on Health Justice, funded by the RCN Foundation and hosted by the RCN Institute of Nursing Excellence.
This is an in person and hybrid event open to all.
🗓️ Thursday 19 March
⏰ 5pm-6:30pm
📍RCN HQ or online
➡️ Secure your place bit.ly/3YIPAbZ
❗One week left to apply❗
Funding of up to £30,000 is available for Registered Nurses Learning Disability (RNLDs) to undertake a research project to address health inequality and enhance health related quality of life outcomes for people with a learning disability in Wales.
Apply 👉 bit.ly/4svuLhH
Funding of up to £30,000 is available for organisations to undertake nurse-led research which explores mental health provisions for children and young people who have a learning disability and mental health challenges across the UK.
📆 Apply by 5pm on 2 March
👉 bit.ly/3YMn7Ca
❤️ Members ❤️
Are you able to help one of our RCN members help to raise funds for the vital work of our charity - the fabulous @rcnfoundation.bsky.social
Thank you 😊
www.justgiving.com/page/andrew-...
Funding of up to £30,000 is available for Registered Nurses Learning Disability to undertake a research project to address health inequality and enhance health related quality of life outcomes for people with a learning disability in Wales.
🗓️ Deadline 23 February
💻 Apply online
👉 bit.ly/4svuLhH
2/2 With grants up to £2,500, we're seeking applications from:
✅ Nurses
✅ Midwives
✅ Registered nursing associates
✅ Health and support care workers
✅ Maternity assistants
You do not need to be an RCN member to apply. For more information and to apply, visit bit.ly/4aHrbdm
1/2 The RCN Foundation Quality Improvement Project is a fund dedicated to supporting projects that improve patient care and safety, help in addressing health inequalities and improve outcomes for nurses and midwives’ wellbeing.
#QualityImprovement #Grant
2/2 The need for improved support for people diagnosed with cancer has never been more urgent. This funding is already making a meaningful difference by enhancing the care patients receive and empowering nurses with better understanding and confidence in their practice.
1/2 Thanks to the generous support of DKMS UK and UK charity Triple Negative Breast Cancer, we were able to award 7 education grants in 2025 to nurses across the UK, enabling them to undertake specialist training in cancer care.
#WorldCancerDay #UnitedByUnique
3/3 The panel will take place online on Wednesday 11 February between 11am-12pm and 12:30pm-1:30pm.
To find out more and join the panel, visit
bit.ly/4qXnoyD
2/3 We are hosting an online stakeholder panel and are keen to hear from Black and Asian mothers of all ages, who have had a child within the last five years. This will provide you with the opportunity to share your experiences and to discuss where you feel we can have the most impact in this area.
1/3 We’re looking to develop a programme of research and education which aims to give a voice to Black and Asian mothers about their experiences of maternity and neonatal care, and to support a person-centred approach to maternal and neonatal care.
2/2 Despite the cold mornings, her preparation for the London Marathon is well underway!
If you would like to support Ella reach her fundraising goal, you can make a donation below 👇
bit.ly/4nMSDdR
#LondonMarathon2026
