About Us
Our Commitment to Transformative Change
CARE-HSC is a pioneering research initiative dedicated to fostering race equity through collaborative efforts and innovative solutions. Our work embodies a commitment to dismantling structural factors that perpetuate discrimination and equity imbalances in the care systems of the UK and beyond.
Founded in response to the urgent need for racial equity in healthcare, our programme is backed by a Wellcome Discovery Award in 2025.
We have united leading researchers and advocates from King’s College London (UK), in collaboration with Black Thrive Global (UK), the Institute of Women & Ethnic Studies (USA) and Uppsala University (Sweden) in a comprehensive, seven-year study focused on real change. We have engaged with a wide range of stakeholders, from health care professionals to unpaid carers and community organisations. Our partners and collaborators span various sectors, reflecting our inclusive approach to improving health and social care systems.
Our Core Values
We are committed to upholding core values that drive our mission for health equity and social justice.
Centring Lived Experience
We believe the people most affected by racial inequities in health and social care must be at the heart of solutions. CARE-HSC works alongside carers, community organisations and the health and social care workforce; to ensure their voices, priorities, and expertise guide our research and impact.
Tackling Structural Inequities
Innovating for Change
Meet the Team
Find out more about the team involved in Collective Action for Race Equity in Health and Social Care