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Equality, diversity and inclusion and dental care professionals

British Dental Journal volume 234, page 99 (2023)Cite this article

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  • BSDHT members were surveyed to explore their experiences of equality, diversity and inclusion in their workplaces and how they felt the Society was performing in this regard.

  • This article gives the reader an overview of areas where some workplaces have excelled in this respect and an insight into areas that they could improve in.

  • Learning points for development are offered for those who steer professional membership organisations to ensure that all of the membership feel included and like a valuable member of the community.

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  1. President, British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy, UK

    Miranda Steeples

  2. Honorary Treasurer, British Society of Dental Hygiene and Therapy, UK

    Simone Ruzario

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Steeples, M., Ruzario, S. Equality, diversity and inclusion and dental care professionals. Br Dent J 234, 99 (2023). https://doi.org/10.1038/s41415-023-5456-y

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