Leadership in culture and mental health

In my career and personal development, I have stood on the shoulders of giants. I have always wanted to be surrounded by minds and hearts that grow and foster growth, minds and ideas that I can bounce off. I have also been mentored by the very best, I have always opened myself up to growth, learning and perhaps even risk and vulnerability because both present opportunities for growth beyond measure. I first met Professor Peter Carter OBE when I was a junior manager in the NHS, I instantly warmed up to his management style, Peter knew almost all of his staff by name, he sought to empower women in leadership roles, ear marking specific management roles for women of colour. I would be one of those that grew from his 'Women in Management' programs, at its very early stages.

Over the years my work in Global Health and as a Public Health Specialist working with minority groups exposed to gang culture in London has grown.

Here's what Professor Carter had to say about my career journey.

'Dorcas Gwata has developed an innovative and much needed approach to accessing hard to reach groups. Her ability to tune into the bespoke needs of different cultural groups is truly impressive and Dorcas has made a huge impact in this area. Her work has been recognised with a number of awards and the concept she has developed should be replicated nationally' Professor Peter Carter, ex CEO of the Royal College of Nursing

Thank you Professor Carter OBE

Dorcas Gwata

Public Health Specialist

January 2018.