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The experiences of black, Asian and minority ethnic student midwives at a UK university

Pendleton, J., Clews, C. and Cecile, A. (2022) The experiences of black, Asian and minority ethnic student midwives at a UK university. British Journal of Midwifery. 30(5), pp. 270-281. 0969-4900.

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Abstract:
Background Evidence acknowledges inequalities to progression and achievement for black, Asian and minority ethnic students within higher education, as well as barriers for promotion of black, Asian and minority ethnic staff within the NHS. In the UK, legislation and regulatory guidance requires students studying undergraduate midwifery to undertake their programme across both these institutions. Aims To understand the experiences of black, Asian and minority ethnic students studying undergraduate midwifery at a UK university. Methods This qualitative study used semi-structured interviews with five student midwives who identified as black, Asian or minority ethnic from a university, conducted by a peer researcher. Thematic analysis was used to analyse anonymised transcript data. Results Three key themes were identified: ‘invisibility’, ‘emerging visibility’ and ‘managing visibility’. Participants experienced a monocultural focus in the curriculum and in practice and were exposed to racist behaviours, causing them to modify behaviours. Conclusions A need for diverse teaching materials and cultural inclusivity across institutions was identified to help combat outdated systemic Eurocentric practices and support the implementation of recently published midwifery standards.
Uncontrolled Keywords:
Maternity and Midwifery
Creators:
Pendleton, J., Clews, C. and Cecile, A.
Faculties, Divisions and Institutes:
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Date:
2 May 2022
Date Type:
Publication
Page Range:
pp. 270-281
Journal or Publication Title:
British Journal of Midwifery
Volume:
30
Number:
5
Number of Pages:
12
Language:
English
DOI:
10.12968/bjom.2022.30.5.270
ISSN:
0969-4900
Status:
Published / Disseminated
Refereed:
Yes
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