2/2 The RCN Foundation Next Generation Grant offers up to £1,000 to support with living costs whilst you study to become a nurse, midwife or nursing associate if you…
☑️ Are a graduate in any academic discipline
☑️ Have experience of healthcare
Begin your journey in healthcare bit.ly/3R6pRX1
1/2 Are you thinking of embarking in a career in nursing or midwifery? Or are you a direct entry nursing associate student undertaking a foundation degree?
#nursing #midwifery #graduate #grant #education
2/2 The webinar seeks to create greater recognition of the issue, increase dialogue and deepen understanding of the domestic abuse experiences of nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers in the UK.
📆 Monday 20 April
🕐 1pm-2:30pm
📍 Register your place bit.ly/4aUpqdg
1/2 One week to go! Don't forget to secure you free place.
Dr Alison Gregory will share preliminary findings from the NAMED study, as well as shed light on nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers own experiences of domestic abuse.
#DomesticViolence #Nursing #Midwifery #Research
Familiarise yourself during #StressAwarenessMonth with organisations and tools that exist to equip and support you to manage your stress.
Our signposting hub is a directory of help available to you.
Take a look 👉 bit.ly/3UXw9LW
#BeTheChange
2/2 You do not need to be an RCN member to apply.
Learn more about the grant and how to apply 👇
bit.ly/4vgEb1Q
#SocialCare #grant #education #careerdevelopment
1/2 We’re pleased to launch a new education grants programme, created in partnership with the Rayne Foundation.
Grants of up to £1,600 are available to support the professional development of nurses, care and support workers/assistants working in adult social care settings across the UK.
Are you looking for funding to support your professional development? RCN Foundation education grants are now open!
Grants range from £500-£2,500 and you don’t need to be an RCN member to apply.
Applications close at 5pm on 13 May. For more info and to apply, follow the link 👇
bit.ly/3LOBroe
3/3 We’re very proud to have funded Nicola’s initial work and it’s wonderful to see her development and passion in this area of nursing and midwifery history be rewarded recognised.
Read more about the team’s project and their findings bit.ly/4dSWTq4
2/3 Since then, the team have shared the research, spoken at events, undertaken further research and even won an award for their work!
Recently, Nicola has been elected a Fellow of the Royal Historical Society (RHS) in recognition of her contribution to historical scholarship – a huge achievement!
1/3 In 2021, Nicola and her colleagues received a Monica Baly Grant to undertake research exploring early nurses and midwives accused of witchcraft in Scotland between 1563–1736, shedding light on the criminal injustices they faced and highlighting their work with the sick and women in childbirth.
One week left to apply for the RCN Foundation Quality Improvement Project!
Up to £2,500 is available to support projects that improve patient care and safety, help in addressing health inequalities and improve outcomes for nurses and midwives’ wellbeing.
📆 Apply by 5pm on 6 April
➡️ bit.ly/4aHrbdm
Fabulous to hear from Professor Anne Whittaker at the recent Winifred Raphael memorial lecture, supported by the @rcnfoundation.bsky.social @rcn.org.uk @rcnresearchforum.bsky.social
2/2 The webinar seeks to create greater recognition of the issue, increase dialogue and deepen understanding of the domestic abuse experiences of nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers in the UK.
📆 20 April
🕐 1-2:30pm
📍 Register your place bit.ly/4aUpqdg
#DomesticViolence #Research
1/2 We're hosting a free online webinar where Dr Alison Gregory will share findings from the NAMED study, as well as shed light on nurses, midwives and HCSW experiences of domestic abuse.
This will be followed by a Q&A with Alison, event host and our Patron, Christie Watson, and the audience.
Mental health problems affect 1 in 4 people. Despite the high prevalence, many do not receive the help they need.
As part of our signposting hub, we've put together a list of organisations and services there to help whenever you might need them.
👉 bit.ly/4dRBVpA
2/2 Financial difficulty can affect anyone, getting help shouldn’t be another barrier. To find out more and access support today, visit bit.ly/4bfdFyg
#DebtAwarenessWeek
1/2 For many people, the hardest part of dealing with debt isn’t the numbers, it’s the fear of reaching out.
Our debt advice partners, PayPlan, offer free, confidential advice tailored to your situation. You can receive advice other the phone, live chat, email or post - the choice is yours.
2/2 If you would like to support Ella reach her goal, you can make a donation below 👇
bit.ly/4nMSDdR
#LondonMarathon2026
1/2 ICU nurse Ella is running the London Marathon next month, and raising money for the RCN Foundation.
Last weekend she hosted a raffle and skittles evening, which not only looked incredibly fun, but was also a huge success and Ella is only 5% from her fundraising target!
2/2 The webinar seeks to create greater recognition of the issue, increase dialogue and deepen understanding of the domestic abuse experiences of nurses, midwives and healthcare support workers in the UK.
For more information and how to register, visit bit.ly/4aUpqdg
1/2 Join our free online webinar where Dr Alison Gregory will share preliminary findings from the NAMED study, as well as shed light on nurses, midwives and HCSW experiences of domestic abuse.
This will be followed by a Q&A with Alison, RCN Foundation Patron, Christie Watson, and the audience.
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
