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All walks of life - a medical student's perspective

4 October 2021

Rebecca Jenkins used to fear the judgements of other people, but by the time she started medical school she was more confident - and open to listening to others' experiences of personal discrimination. Now a third year medical student, she explains how she got involved in the College's Equality, Div...

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Heading into the summer break – President’s blog

30 July 2021

Our latest admissions ceremony for new Fellows, members and award winners was a feast of talent and pride, says Camilla. She also introduces two important annual reports just published, on race equality and on the experiences of trainees and trainers.

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CEO update - summer 2021

23 July 2021

Each quarter our Chief Executive Jo Revill updates members on the College's work. We've been celebrating the 25th anniversary of RCPCH - virtually, of course - and Jo looks to our ongoing work, led by members, to improve equality, diversity and inclusion and to restore our exams internationally. Plu...

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An unnerving week, but some good news, too – President’s blog: 16 July 2021

16 July 2021

Our wonderful festival of sport ended on a sour note, says Camilla, but a child's brave remark brings hope. There's profound disappointment too at the recent UK government decision to reduce overseas aid. But, we’ve seen some good news for clinicians in difficult cases and for our academic journal.

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So long, and thanks for all the fish

2 July 2021

For five years in his role as RCPCH Vice President, David has championed paediatric training and trainees. In this message for members – who bring the quality, commitment and challenge the College needs – he expresses gratitude to all he’s worked with.

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Reeling in the years at RCPCH

30 June 2021

Dr Kevin Windebank is a Retired Paediatric and Adolescent Oncologist from Newcastle upon Tyne and was the College's Representative for Senior Members. In his blog, he recalls the many volunteer roles he's held within the College and how much he's enjoyed being able to contribute to child health whil...

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Galvanising us to action – President’s blog: 18 June 2021

18 June 2021

Camilla reflects on an energetic RCPCH Conference Online with desire for action, engagement and "being boat rockers". She congratulates Andrew Pollard for his extraordinary services in the pandemic and highlights new opportunities for our members.

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What are medical professional bodies doing to address inequality? – A staff member’s insight

18 June 2021

Issues around equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) are not exclusive to paediatrics. As a medical royal college, we are part of a much wider network of professional bodies who have a responsibility to address and tackle inequality in all its forms. I’m a member of the RCPCH EDI Staff working ...

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Championing values of equality, diversity and inclusion

26 May 2021

Dr Melanie Ranaweera, a Paediatric Registrar, volunteered to take part in the College’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Member Reference Group. Here she tells us how she's enjoyed getting involved and the importance of having your voice heard. "As paediatricians, I truly believe we are a cor...