Celebrating the work of Healthwatch with diverse communities.
"The collaborative sessions conducted by Healthwatch Islington have empowered individuals with the knowledge and skills to navigate the healthcare system effectively"
I would like to express our utmost appreciation for the outstanding collaboration Islington Somali Community has had with Healthwatch Islington over the past few years, which is still ongoing. Through health projects on cancer awareness, GP and pharmacy services, smoking cessation, and COVID-19 vaccine awareness, our clients and service users have benefitted immensely.
Healthwatch's dedication and expertise in these areas have made a significant positive impact on our community, and we are incredibly grateful for their understanding and invaluable contributions to the lives of our community. All of the support and services in raising awareness within our community of health issues, including the accessibility of health services and supporting clients to understand their choices and rights, were beneficial and had a great impact on people’s wellbeing.
The questionnaire provided by Healthwatch Islington in the areas of GP and pharmacy services has been invaluable. Conducting these surveys has led to discussions and feedback leading to identifying gaps in service provision and advocating for improvements, ensuring the possibility that our community members receive quality and accessible healthcare.
The collaborative sessions conducted by Healthwatch Islington have empowered individuals with the knowledge and skills to navigate the healthcare system effectively, and to make informed decisions about their health which will result in enhanced patient experiences and improved health outcomes.
Thanks for reading,
Yussuf Ahmed
Our partners
We are committed to reducing inequality. We work in a diverse borough. We know that some communities are less able to get their voices heard. To address this in our work we have set up the Diverse Communities Health Voice partnership.
