Welcome to Series 3 of the Shuri Network podcast! In this episode we’re talking all things allyship. We will get to know our new co-host Carolyn Barkin, an Independent Digital Health Consultant and why she thought twice about taking on the hosting role. In addition, our special guest is Bernice Hewson – Executive Coach and founder of Raising Racial Consciousness Ltd, which helps leadership teams on their Equality, Diversity and Inclusion journey. Tune in to listen to us explore the concept of allyship, and how it can be a thing of beauty! We hope you enjoy the new series.

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Bisi and The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are.

Welcome to the final episode of Series 2, Episode 10 of the Shuri Network podcast: What is the Shuri Network Fellowship Scheme? In this last episode we are delighted to tell you about our flagship programme. Bisi Soledolu, Programme Manager for the Shuri Network tells us about this scheme which she helps run, its aims and impact, and also shares her own professional journey. Grace Armonio Nieves, Preceptorship Lead for Nurses and Nursing Associates and graduate of cohort 2 of the programme, tells us about her experience of being on the scheme and the game-changing impact it has had on her career. Cohort 3 is now underway as of September 2023, but look out for more opportunities in 2024! Or, if could see yourself as a speaker on this course, or if you are a qualified coach and you would like to offer your support, please contact us at [email protected]. Thank you for listening to Series 2, and if you would like to hear more – do let us know!

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The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are.

Welcome to Series 2, Episode 9 of the Shuri Network podcast. Today we’re joined by Professor Bola Owolabi who shares her journey to advocating for those experiencing significantly poorer health outcomes compared with the general population, grounded in her work as a GP in Derbyshire. We hear about how to advance the causes you care about whilst rolling with resistance you might come across, the importance of digital inclusion by design, and recognising the role that we as individuals can play in advocating for those most disadvantaged. You can also learn more about the Core20Plus5 here, the book Relational Change by Liz Wiggins, and the NHS England Health Inequalities hub. Enjoy the episode, and let us know what you think!

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The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are. 

Welcome to Series 2, Episode 8 of the Shuri Network podcast. This week, we're asking the question "What is Digital Transformation?" Our special guest Tayo Iloh breaks down this broad topic into a clear description of the different roles within the field, including the difference between Project Management and Product Management. We also hear about how being steeped in a technical background can sometimes be a disadvantage in these roles. And of course, we also touch on the equality, diversity and inclusion elements, and the importance of not just mentoring for yourself, but mentoring others. Enjoy the show!

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Shout out to our technical engineer: David Hills 

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Website: www.shurinetwork.com 

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Contact: [email protected]

The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are. 

Welcome to Series 2, Episode 7 of the Shuri Network podcast. Have you heard of the term "Business Intelligence"? Do you know what it really involves? Look no further, because this episode is "What is Business Intelligence?" with our special guest Rush Miah, Head of Business Intelligence at Pennine Care NHS Foundation Trust. You'll hear about where your data goes as a patient receiving healthcare in the NHS, what it's used for and the growth of population health. And if you're interested in dipping your toe into data-related careers you'll hear about the broad range of jobs available, and the importance of role models. We hope you enjoy this episode - let us know what you think!

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Website: www.shurinetwork.com 

Twitter: @NetworkShuri 

Contact: [email protected]

The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are. 

Welcome to Series 2, Episode 6 of the Shuri Network podcast. What actually is a "Chief Technology Officer" (and not a Chief Technical Officer as we mistakenly kept calling it!)? Is there just one type of CTO, with one clear training pathway? Today you'll hear from Hema Purohit, CTO at Microsoft who'll give us the answers to these questions, as well as talking about the challenges of helping the NHS whilst sitting in the industry sector. Hema also mentions her experience of being an Asian woman in tech, along with advice for aspiring CTOs. So, have a listen, and enjoy the episode!

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Website: www.shurinetwork.com 

Twitter: @NetworkShuri 

Contact: [email protected]

The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are. 

Welcome to Series 2, Episode 5 of the Shuri Network podcast. What do we mean by "digital ethics"? Is it the same as legal regulations? What about the considerations for sharing very sensitive health data, the potential for Artificial Intelligence to impact inequality in different demographic groups, and digital inequalities in general? Find the answers to this and more from our special guest Rafiah Patel, Chief Digital Ethics and Privacy Officer (and Shuri Network Steering Group member) on today's show. You can also learn more about the Digital Pioneer Fellowship for those in South West London here.  So, check out the link, and enjoy the episode!

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Shout out to our technical engineer: David Hills 

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Website: www.shurinetwork.com 

Twitter: @NetworkShuri 

Contact: [email protected]

The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are.

Welcome to Series 2, Episode 4 of the Shuri Network podcast. Ever wondered where social care fits into the world of digital health and care? You’re in for a treat, as we have Mark Nicholas, Head of Profession for Social Care Informatics at NHS England and Alison Nation, Associate Director for Digital Strategy at NHS Somerset Integrated Care Board talking us through the complexity of Digital Social Care. You’ll hear about local innovation in social care, how care data can be used to address inequalities, and a host of other resources to explore if you are interested in this area. Mentioned in the episode are: the Topol Fellowships which help people deliver their own digital projects within health and care, the NHS Digital Academy which delivers a number of training programmes supporting digital transformation, Socitm which is a membership body promoting innovation in the public sector and particularly for Local Authorities, the Digital Health Networks which is a community for digital health and care leaders (and friends of the Shuri Network!), the BCS (British Computer Society) which is a professional membership body across all sectors of IT (including health and care), the Digital Social Care website which is a space for advice and support for social care providers, and finally a plug for the South West Digital Health and Care Skills Development Network – one of the regional digital skills and training hubs in England. Check out the links, and enjoy the episode!

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Twitter: @NetworkShuri

Contact: [email protected]

The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are.

Does cybersecurity have you baffled? Do cybersecurity specialists seem like lone wolves working in shady basements? Does it all feel a bit remote? Think again. Hear from our two experts Pooja P and Nicole Wong on what a brilliantly connected and networked community cyber-specialists are. Learn about the Women in Cybersecurity organisation, and get advice on how you can get into this growth area. Who knows, maybe your next job will be in cyber! Enjoy the show.

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Website: www.shurinetwork.com

Twitter: @NetworkShuri

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The award-winning Shuri Network is the first NHS and care network of BAME women in digital health. In this fortnightly podcast series we aim to demystify what digital health is all about, and also to bring you insights into how some of our inspirational female BAME leaders and allies have got to where they are.

Have you ever wondered why the NHS website uses terms like “pee” and “poo” rather than the more medical terms “urine” and “stools”? or why we should ban the phrase “hard to reach”? You’ll find the answers in this episode exploring the field of User-Centred Design. Hear from our guest expert, Rochelle Gold, Head of User Research at NHS England, about the international standards for Human-Centred Design (ISO 9241-210) and how they underpin the Six principles of human-centred design as used by the NHS. Happy listening!

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Twitter: @NetworkShuri

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