NHS England Partners with DanceSyndrome to Promote Careers in Learning Disability Nursing
NHS England has joined forces with DanceSyndrome, a Lancashire-based charity, to launch a new film series aimed at inspiring individuals to consider a career in Learning Disability nursing. The series is being released during Inclusion Week, a national campaign that advocates for greater inclusion in the workplace.
Commissioned by NHS England, DanceSyndrome has created short, informative videos that showcase the fulfilling lives of individuals with learning disabilities when given the right support, as well as the rewarding nature of working as a Learning Disability Nurse.
The theme for Inclusion Week 2024 is “Impact Matters,” emphasizing the power and potential of individuals to make a positive impact in the workplace. This aligns perfectly with DanceSyndrome’s mission to transform lives and challenge perceptions around disability through inclusive dance.
Co-produced by individuals with learning disabilities, DanceSyndrome’s sessions use dance as a vehicle to inspire inclusivity and showcase the potential of individuals with disabilities. The charity’s Dance Leaders, who work alongside professional Dance Artists, are visible members of their communities, leading workshops, performances, and community activities.
One of the films features DanceSyndrome Dance Leader Jodie Turner and her parents discussing the essential role of Learning Disability Nurses in Jodie’s life. The video also introduces Alice Waddington, a trainee nurse who has since become a fully qualified Learning Disability Nurse, showcasing her passion for the job and the impact it has on her life. The series also features other nurses who share their personal reasons for choosing a career in nursing and the importance of the role.
Julie Nicholson, Managing Director of DanceSyndrome, expressed excitement about the project, stating, “One of the most important parts of our mission is to change the way that people think about people with learning disabilities and what they can achieve with the right support.”
Ellie Gordon, Senior Nurse for Learning Disability and Mental Health in the national Workforce, Training and Education Directorate, hopes that the films will inspire individuals to consider a career working with people with learning disabilities and create a more inclusive society. She also praised DanceSyndrome’s unique approach to co-production, which involves individuals without learning disabilities leading the work and involving those with learning disabilities.
The film series, titled “Impact Matters,” can be viewed on YouTube by searching for “DanceSyndrome.” For more information on DanceSyndrome and their impactful work, visit www.dancesyndrome.co.uk.
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