Policy DevelopmentCreating a New Vision for the Mental Health of Black and Minority Ethnic Communities: A Discussion DocumentThis discussion document was commissioned by the Afiya Trust to inform a day-long round table meeting of organisations and individuals working with BME communities. The goal of the round table was to bring together a range of stakeholders working within and outside health and social care to think about the mental health of BME communities in the changing policy, economic and political context. Mental Health of Black and Minority Ethnic Communities: Continuing Priorities and Action PointsThis document is a consolidated report of the consultations organised by the Afiya Trust to respond to the government's new mental health strategy, New Horizons. It is based on consultation events in London,Liverpool and Birmingham and an online consultation. Towards a Cohesive Voice of Black and Minority Ethnic Mental Health Service Users and CarersCatch-a-Fiya, a national network of BME service users and carers, has been a significant voice within mental health ever since its inception in 2006. Over this period, Catch‐a‐Fiya and its members have contributed to several consultation events, worked with the statutory and voluntary sectors, undertaken research, review and policy work, and represented the interests of BME communities on several boards and committees. Survivor Research was commissioned to produce a position paper based on this work, highlighting the key concerns of BME service users and carers, and how a cohesive voice is emerging among this community. It also highlights areas that present continued concern to BME service users and need further consistent work over the next few years. |
