Report

Survey of ethnic minority communicators: Taskforce for Diversity in NHS Communications

Results of primary research into the views and experiences of over 300 BME communicators working both inside and outside of the NHS.

31 July 2025

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Outcomes of a survey conducted by the Taskforce for Diversity in NHS Communications to identify and understand the barriers that impede progress for ethnic minority professionals in communications.

This report provides the outcomes of a survey conducted to explore the experiences and perspectives of ethnic minority communicators within the NHS and beyond. The primary objective was to identify and understand the barriers that impede progress for ethnic minority professionals in communications.

The survey was initiated by the Taskforce for Diversity in NHS Communications, which aims to identify existing barriers and formulate practical solutions that will empower NHS communications professionals and their executive leaders to improve diversity across all levels of the communications workforce, particularly within senior roles.

This report has been published by NHS Communicate, a partnership between the NHS Confederation, NHS Providers and the Centre for Health Communications Research.