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RCN Nursing Activism is here to empower RCN members to win meaningful improvements and positive change in workplaces, the nursing profession, and members' communities. www.rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved #RCNActivism

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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Some nursing activism history - read about the nurse and suffragette Florence Geraldine McFarlane, who may well have lived on the site that is now RCN Scotland HQ... ⬇️
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RCN Scotland’s historical connection to a nurse suffragette | Royal College of Nursing
A possible historical connection between a nurse suffragette and our RCN Scotland HQ in Edinburgh.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 16/09/2026
To keep health and care staff in the UK, the Westminster government must scrap the proposed immigration reforms for these staff, reduce application costs, and ensure access to public benefits. Help us add pressure. Write to your MP today. 📣 bit.ly/45qa50U
Image of a poster from the Royal College of Nursing. It shows a hand holding a smartphone. Text reads: "Help us add pressure. WRITE TO YOUR MP to demand they scrap the proposed reforms."
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 29/07/2026
With another heatwave here, make sure you're familiar with your rights when working in the heat ⬇️
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Working in the heat: know your rights | RCN Magazine | Royal College of Nursing
Unforgiving uniforms, outdated heating systems and lack of water stations can create dangerous work environments. Employers have a duty of care to keep you safe in hot weather
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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Join the @rcnactivism.bsky.social as they launch their new online reading group. Open to all members, the first session explores activism and organising in nursing. 🗓️ 1 July ⏰ 12:30–13:30 ℹ️ bit.ly/3SdL0CC 👉 Get involved and read, learn, and share together!
A person stands at a Royal College of Nursing event holding a "We Can Do It" sign. The background features various signs related to mental health. Text indicates a "Together we learn: reading group" on 1 July 2026, 12:30-1:30pm, online. Website link included for full program details.
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 25/06/2026
The next session in our Equalities Organising Discussion Group is happening tonight at 6.30pm online, join us ⬇️
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Really excited to have nursing activists in RCN hq today talking about change they're making in their workplace #Organising4Change
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Packed room to kick-off our Forums and Activism Conference, bringing together members from across all our forums to explore professional activism and leadership ✊️
Attendees at the RCN Forums and Activism Conference
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 06/06/2026
Are you interested in getting involved with the RCN and taking a stand against inequalities? 📣 Join @rcnactivism.bsky.social at our Equalities Organising discussion groups between now and September. You can join online from wherever you are in the UK. Learn more and book your space ⬇️
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Equalities Organising Discussion Series | Royal College of Nursing
Join the RCN Equalities Organising Discussion Group Series
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
All set-up and ready for day 2 of #RCN26 - come snd say hello at the get involved stand 👋
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Simon Browes @sabrowes.bsky.social · 01/05/2026
When pressures rise, nurses need nurses at the table. @rcn.org.uk Reps listen, support, and stand alongside colleagues when it matters most. If you care about your team, consider becoming #ARepLikeMe @rcnactivism.bsky.social youtu.be/e6KJNOPoX74?...
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A Rep Like Me - Kieran
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 28/04/2026
Today, on #InternationalWorkersMemorialDay, we commemorate nursing staff who have lost their lives while caring for others. All nursing staff have the right to be psychologically safe at work. Explore resources on stress & learn how your employer should be supporting you ➡️ bit.ly/3Qxby0I
A single lit candle against a black background with the text "International Workers' Memorial Day" and the logo of the Royal College of Nursing at the bottom.
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 15/04/2026
The Together Alliance March was a major show of solidarity and unity, but what are the next steps? Our Chair of Council Carmel O'Boyle writes about why you should join the launch of our equalities organising discussion group on 23 April ➡️ www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...
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Katrina Cooper @katrinacooper.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
✊🏼 Solidarity with everyone on the streets of London today, standing firm against the far‑right intimidation and for communities built on respect and unity 💜 #nursingagainstfascism #rcn #activismacademy #organisingteam
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Today the RCN President, Bejoy Sebastian, spoke at the Together Alliance about his experience as a nurse, a migrant and a father. He called for unity, love and solidarity in a time of uncertainty. This is what leadership looks like 💙
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Immigrants built the NHS! We must always stand united against hate 💙
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN standing united against fascism ✊✊🏿✊🏻
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN delegation marching united with Trade Union colleagues against fascism ✊
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN president Bejoy addresses the crowd at the Together Alliance rally
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian about to address the crowd!!!
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Nursing against fascism ✊✊🏻✊🏿
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Today is the day 🔥✊
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Come and find us!
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN standing united against fascism ✊✊🏿✊🏻
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN delegation marching united with Trade Union colleagues against fascism ✊
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN president Bejoy addresses the crowd at the Together Alliance rally
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
RCN President Bejoy Sebastian about to address the crowd!!!
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Nursing against fascism ✊✊🏻✊🏿
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Come and find us!
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28/03/2026
Today is the day 🔥✊
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
"We will stand united". A message from RCN President Bejoy Sebastian ahead of Saturday's @togetheralliance.bsky.social march against racism and the far-right. See you on the streets ✊✊🏾 🔗 tinyurl.com/27dzdf4f
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26/03/2026
"We will stand united". A message from RCN President Bejoy Sebastian ahead of Saturday's @togetheralliance.bsky.social march against racism and the far-right. See you on the streets ✊✊🏾 🔗 tinyurl.com/27dzdf4f
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 23/03/2026
Nursing does not discriminate. Join us this Saturday, 28 March to show solidarity and that discrimination has no place in nursing. Find out more ⬇️
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RCN block at Together Alliance March | Royal College of Nursing
On 28 March, hundreds of thousands will gather in London to send a clear message: racism, discrimination and hatred have no place in our society.
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 19/03/2026
📢 It's time to stand for unity over division. Are you in? 📢 On 28 March we are joining the Trade Union Bloc for the Together Alliance march in central London against racism and the far-right. See you there - details below ⬇️
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RCN block at Together Alliance March | Royal College of Nursing
On 28 March, hundreds of thousands will gather in London to send a clear message: racism, discrimination and hatred have no place in our society.
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
'I'm no angel, I'm a skilled professional, as are all of you in this room' - Chair of RCN Council Carmel O'Boyle address #RCNReps26 on the value of Nursing
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
'You don't have to elevate yourself by pushing someone else down, this is all about elevation' - Professor Nicola Ranger on Nursing pay progression
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Come and say Hello #RCNActivism #RCNReps26 ✊
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Great to have Professor Nicola Ranger address #RCNReps26 conference in Glasgow It's time to get organised and win 🔥
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 12/03/2026
Morning all 👋 We're all set-up for day 1 of Joint Reps Conference here in Glasgow 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 Come and say hello to us at the Activism Academy stand ⬇️
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 11/03/2026
Morning everyone 👋 We're getting ready for today's mass lobby for migrant rights to demand proposed changes to indefinite leave to remain are scrapped. Follow along to stay up to date ✊️
Screen reading mass lobby for migrants rights 11th March
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 05/03/2026
📆 Are you joining us on 11 March to to challenge the UK government’s “earned settlement” proposals? In this blog RCN President @bejoysebastian.bsky.social explains why you should join him and other RCN members for a mass lobby of Parliament ⬇️
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Join us in Parliament on 11 March | Blogs | Royal College of Nursing
Bejoy Sebastian speaks about why the mass lobby on Parliament against the new ILR changes is important, and why you should join him.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 02/03/2026
📢 We need to hear from you. Tell us what staffing levels were like the last time you were at work and help us build an accurate UK-wide picture of the challenges that nursing is facing today. ➡️ bit.ly/4cegvEv
Hands holding a tablet. Text reads: "Speak up for safe staffing. Complete the survey." Logo: Royal College of Nursing.
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
📢 Calling RCN members: take action to support migrant nursing staff. Join us on 11 March for a mass lobby of Parliament to challenge the UK Government’s “earned settlement” proposals. Find details and confirm your attendance here: tinyurl.com/3vczyyze
Picture of the Palace of Westminster
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Royal College of Nursing Library and Museum @rcnlibraries.bsky.social · 15/02/2026
Our brilliant event with @rcnactivism.bsky.social "A History of Activism: The Radical Nurses Group" is now available to watch! Against a backdrop of economic recession and political division, the group promoted direct action, rallies and work-ins across the country. 🎥: bit.ly/4tA7uM1
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A History of Activism: the Radical Nurses Group
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 11/02/2026
📢 Just one day left to take part in the UK government's consultation on their proposals to double the qualifying time for Indefinite leave to Remain. We need to let them know we oppose these unjust proposals - make your voice heard before 23.59pm, 12 Feb ⬇️
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Earned settlement
The government is consulting on how the current settlement system should be reformed and how those reforms should be implemented.
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 10/02/2026
If you weren't able to make this webinar you can now catch-up over on our website ➡️ www.rcn.org.uk/membership/Existing-members/International-nursing-members/Celebrating-and-supporting-IEN-nursing-staff-live-events
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 29/01/2026
Incredible to see hundreds and hundreds of nursing staff join our webinar on how we defend and support migrant worker rights. We are demanding the UK govt scrap proposals to double qualifying time for Indefinite Leav to Remain - email your MP to add your voice to the call ➡️ bit.ly/45qa50U
Promotional poster by the Royal College of Nursing urging to scrap proposed changes to 'Indefinite Leave to Remain' policy, depicted with a graphic of a red clipboard and document.
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 27/01/2026
We send our support to Alex Pretti's family and loved ones, and the global nursing community which has lost a devoted member. No matter where they are in the world, they - and the people they serve - deserve to be safe, both at work and in their communities.
Quote from Professor Nicola Ranger, RCN General Secretary & Chief Executive, that says: "Nursing is a global family, and Alex Pretti’s death in such violent circumstances will be felt deeply. Those who join our profession do so because they are compassionate, and driven by an unrivalled commitment to public service."
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26/01/2026
Important thread on planned changes to the indefinite Leave to Remain system - take action by writing to your MP to demand these changes are scrapped ⬇️
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RCN Nursing Activism @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 21/01/2026
Tomorrow, join the Radical Nurses Group online to explore the history of nursing activism ⬇️
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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 16/01/2026
Mr Streeting promised corridor care data would be published in the spring of 2025. We are still waiting. Nursing staff deserve better – so do patients. We want action on corridor care, not just words. Stay loud. Access support to raise your concerns about corridor care 🗣️ bit.ly/4qRWmId
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