'Challenging Biases - Race and Equity' - Wakefield Place Schwartz Round

This is an open opportunity for colleagues working or volunteering in Wakefield to take time out to reflect on their experiences of 'Challenging Biases’ and what that means to each of us. This Round will also shed light on stories that touch on themes of race and equity.

Schwartz Rounds provide a confidential and structured space where staff and volunteers, clinical and non-clinical, can come together to reflect on the emotional impact of working in health and care. Evidence shows that people who attend Rounds may feel less stressed and isolated, with increased insight and appreciation for each other’s roles.

Outline of what to expect:

12:15pm: The virtual Microsoft Teams room will open please ensure you join at this time. The next 15 minutes are to be used as quiet time, during which you are encouraged to minimise the distractions from your busy work, make a drink and stretch your legs before the Schwartz Round commences promptly at 12:30pm. Please feel free to keep your camera off and ensure that your mic is also on mute.

12:30pm: The Schwartz Round will commence promptly, and the facilitators will explain more about what to expect.

Storytellers: You will hear stories from up to 3 local staff or volunteers whose experiences touch on the theme, and you may find that their stories resonate with you and may help you to work through your own experiences.

Whole group reflections: The facilitators will let you know when you can share your reflections should you wish to. Contributing to the Round is optional, you may prefer to simply listen to the stories and reflections of others.

Please note that the stories heard or the group reflections may bring up various emotions for you, if this happens, please make sure you take time to look after yourself during the Round and after it ends.

The purpose of Rounds is to understand the challenges and rewards that come from working or volunteering within health and social care, it is not to solve problems or to focus on the clinical aspects of patient care.

13:30pm: Round will close.

13:30pm - 13:45pm: During this time you will be encouraged to complete a short 3-mintue evaluation form. This time is also designed to help you process any thoughts or feelings you may have following the Round, before going into the next part of your day.