PCREF PODCASTS

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Introducing the 'PCREF Dialogues' podcasts


These podcasts delve into the crucial issues facing the African and Caribbean community.


This series on the Patient and Carer Race Equality Framework (PCREF) explores advocacy, mental health services, and the transformative potential of PCREF. 

Join our host, Rudi Page, engaging in thought-provoking conversations with 

members of the Catalyst team and our guest speakers.

Episode One


Introduction to the PCREF

In this first episode of PCREF Dialogues you will hear from core members of the Catalyst team Beverly Stephens and Sandra Griffiths speaking about PCREF and how it aligns with Catalyst’s mission.

Episode Two


Culturally Appropriate Advocacy

Dr. Karen Newbigging sheds light on the challenges faced by BME communities and examines how mental health services must undergo radical transformations to ensure equality and fairness for all.

Episode Three


The PCREF Advisors

Catalyst's PCREF advisors, Elizabeth Cherrington, Rena Blackwood and Mark Nelson provide valuable insights into the benefits that PCREF holds specifically for African and Caribbean communities.

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WHAT SOME MEMBERS THINK!

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“Families In Harmony looks forward to working with CATALYST to implement our 3-year strategy. Our focus is on reducing the racial equity gaps that are found in kinship care research, policy, practice and support services”

Sharon McPherson

Families in Harmony

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“CATALYST are one of our valued partners, consistently driving meaningful systems change and impact through innovation and collaboration. Their commitment to community-focused solutions has strengthened our shared goals”

Rebecca Gardner

Sandwell African Caribbean Mental Health Foundation

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“We wholeheartedly support the compelling mission of CATALYST and its firm commitment to building more resilient community services, and to hold statutory agencies to account on issues of mental health and wellbeing” 

Alison Leslie

Naphtali & Associates