Sue Ryder stands in solidarity at Peterborough Pride march
Sue Ryder is committed to providing inclusive palliative care and grief support, ensuring dignity and respect for every person. Through services like Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice in Peterborough, the charity remains focused on providing expert and compassionate care in a supportive environment.
This year, Sue Ryder is embracing the theme of ‘equality without exception’ and encourages Cambridgeshire residents to join them in attending Peterborough Pride on 19 July, standing proudly alongside LGBTQ+ patients, staff, volunteers, and supporters.
Leonie Hatcher, Senior Community Fundraiser at Sue Ryder, joined the celebrations at Peterborough Pride 2024. Reflecting on her positive experience of the event Leonie shared: “The atmosphere was amazing, and I was so proud to be there alongside my supportive Sue Ryder friends and colleagues. It was such a joy-filled experience, with so much to see and do throughout the day. There were opportunities for us to chat to people about the work that we do at Sue Ryder and to share more about what a compassionate, supportive place it is to work. I would encourage everyone to come along to Peterborough Pride on 19 July.”
Sue Ryder’s commitment to equity and inclusion extends beyond Pride celebrations. The charity’s Rainbow Badge Scheme, launched in 2023, trains team members in LGBTQ+ identities, terminology, and allyship - creating a safe and welcoming space for everyone. To date, 1,775 Sue Ryder colleagues have completed their Rainbow Badge.
Jayde Newman-Jones, Inclusion, Diversity, and Wellbeing Manager at Sue Ryder, said: “The evidence that LGBTQ+ people have disproportionately worse health outcomes is compelling and consistent. At Sue Ryder, we are committed to providing expert, compassionate care to all individuals while visibly standing with the LGBTQ+ community. Joining a Pride March is an important step in continuing this work.”
For more information about Peterborough Pride, taking place on Saturday 19 July visit: peterboroughpride.co.uk
For more information on Sue Ryder Thorpe Hall Hospice visit sueryder.org/thorpehall