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. |
