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

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Hi Nurses of Blue Sky! 🦋

Imagine a world where Nurses are paid a fair wage 🔥

Imagine a world which ensures safe staffing 🚑

Imagine a world where care is given only in apt settings 🏥

Now. Stop imagining and join the fight to make it a reality 💪

Come and get involved: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved

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Royal College of Nursing @rcn.org.uk · 4d

Labour's new immigration plans are pandering of the worst kind and no way to treat overseas nursing staff who have come to the UK to care for patients.

Without their dedication and expert care, our health system would cease to function.

The Guardian @theguardian.com · 5d

NHS could ‘cease to function’ under Labour’s new visa rules, say nurses

NHS could ‘cease to function’ under Labour’s new visa rules, say nurses

Exclusive: Royal College of Nursing says plan to tighten rules for foreign workers is ‘pandering’ to Reform UK The NHS and social care would “cease to function” under the government’s new rules to be imposed on foreign staff, nursing leaders have warned, as hundreds of medics condemned the policy as “divisive and xenophobic”. In the most explicit attack yet on Labour’s proposed restrictions on overseas workers, the Royal College of Nursing (RCN) described the plan as “ignorant” and “pandering” to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK. Continue reading...

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26d

Jan Shortt from the National Pensioners Convention is now speaking about the issues retired people face in the UK — including the government’s attacks on welfare — and the need for a strong voice. ✊

#RCNRetiredMembers

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26d

“I reinvented myself as a mosquito, because you can’t ignore a mosquito!” 🦟

Zeba Arif is speaking now about the need for members, retired or not, to speak up and challenge politicians directly on the issues facing nursing.

#RCNRetiredMembers

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26d

Heaps of ideas in the room on what resources and tools retired members need to get active and make positive change.

#RCNRetiredMembers

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26d

We’re now discussing how we got involved in the RCN and what we can do to keep retired members active and at the heart of the organisation.

#RCNRetiredMembers

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26d

Conference Chair Fiona Milner opening the conference with a tribute to Professor Dame June Clark

#RCNRetiredMembers

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 26d

RCN Retired Members Conference 2025!

Let's go 🔥🔥🔥🔥

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 28d

🚀 Launching soon: New Rep Connect - our first community on the brand new RCN Activism App!

An online space for reps accredited in the past 2 years to share ideas, ask questions and get support from peers. 📱

Read all about it in Sharon Osborne's blog: www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

New Rep Connect: Your new online space for support and ideas | Royal College of Nursing

Introducing New Rep Connect

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · 29d

🎓 Ready to shape the future of nursing? This is your chance.

Nominations are OPEN for the RCN Students Committee!

📍 Seats available across the UK
📅 Deadline: 6 Oct, 4.30pm
🔗 rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved/RCN-elections-and-appointments/Current-RCN-elections-and-appointments/Students-Committee-elections

Log in | Royal College of Nursing

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 3

"That’s when I realised that if I wanted to see change, I had to be part of it" 🔥

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

#RCNActivism

Raising Our Voices: Why I Chose to Get Involved in Activism as an Early Career Nurse | Royal College of Nursing

When I started my journey into nursing, I thought I’d be making a difference through care, compassion, and clinical skill. And I am. But what I didn’t expect was how deeply I’d be pulled into somethin...

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Plenty of RCN Activism categories - do you know someone you could nominate?

#RCNActivism

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

RCN Awards 2026: nominate your exceptional nursing colleagues | News | Royal College of Nursing

Our 2026 awards will have a dedicated event for the first time, rather than being held at RCN Congress

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Are you a GPN?

Want to talk about GPN Pay?

Check this out 👇

#RCNActivism

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Understanding general practice nursing staff pay | Events | Royal College of Nursing

Join this session to hear the latest about GP nursing pay in 2025-26.

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

There are still a few places left for this year's in person Retired RCN Activism Conference!

#RCNActivism

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

RCN Retired Members Conference | Royal College of Nursing

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Let’s talk… equity, diversity and inclusion webinar series - book now!

#RCNActivism #EDI

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Let’s talk…. equity. diversity and inclusion webinar series | Royal College of Nursing

Welcome to our first Let’s Talk…. equity, diversity and inclusion webinar series open to all members of the RCN.

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Interested in being part of the change in your workplace?

Find out about becoming an RCN Rep!

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Becoming an RCN Rep 10 September| Royal College of Nursing

A session for RCN members to find out more about becoming an RCN rep

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Hi Nurses of Blue Sky! 🦋

Imagine a world where Nurses are paid a fair wage 🔥

Imagine a world which ensures safe staffing 🚑

Imagine a world where care is given only in apt settings 🏥

Now. Stop imagining and join the fight to make it a reality 💪

Come and get involved: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Interested in being part of the change in your workplace?

Find out about becoming an RCN Rep!

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Becoming an RCN Rep 10 September| Royal College of Nursing

A session for RCN members to find out more about becoming an RCN rep

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Hi Nurses of Blue Sky! 🦋

Imagine a world where Nurses are paid a fair wage 🔥

Imagine a world which ensures safe staffing 🚑

Imagine a world where care is given only in apt settings 🏥

Now. Stop imagining and join the fight to make it a reality 💪

Come and get involved: rcn.org.uk/Get-Involved

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Let’s talk… equity, diversity and inclusion webinar series - book now!

#RCNActivism #EDI

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Let’s talk…. equity. diversity and inclusion webinar series | Royal College of Nursing

Welcome to our first Let’s Talk…. equity, diversity and inclusion webinar series open to all members of the RCN.

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

There are still a few places left for this year's in person Retired RCN Activism Conference!

#RCNActivism

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

RCN Retired Members Conference | Royal College of Nursing

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Are you a GPN?

Want to talk about GPN Pay?

Check this out 👇

#RCNActivism

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

Understanding general practice nursing staff pay | Events | Royal College of Nursing

Join this session to hear the latest about GP nursing pay in 2025-26.

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 9

Plenty of RCN Activism categories - do you know someone you could nominate?

#RCNActivism

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

RCN Awards 2026: nominate your exceptional nursing colleagues | News | Royal College of Nursing

Our 2026 awards will have a dedicated event for the first time, rather than being held at RCN Congress

RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Sep 3

"That’s when I realised that if I wanted to see change, I had to be part of it" 🔥

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

#RCNActivism

Raising Our Voices: Why I Chose to Get Involved in Activism as an Early Career Nurse | Royal College of Nursing

When I started my journey into nursing, I thought I’d be making a difference through care, compassion, and clinical skill. And I am. But what I didn’t expect was how deeply I’d be pulled into somethin...

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Aug 13

🙋🏽‍♀️ Step up and lead the RCN!

Nominations are open for seats on the Trade Union and Professional Nursing Committees – shaping union strategy and nursing policy.

Your experience on the ground can guide the RCN's decisions. 🌱

Do your bit for the movement! More info:

www.rcn.org.uk/magazines/Ne...

Nominations open to sit on influential RCN committees | News | Royal College of Nursing

Now's your chance to join the RCN's trade union and professional nursing committees

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RCN Activism Academy @rcnactivism.bsky.social · Aug 21

Are you an RCN member passionate about change? 🔥

Could you step up and lead? 🫵

Read Rachel's blog about being on the Professional Nursing Committee: 💪

www.rcn.org.uk/news-and-eve...

#RCNActivism

Why you should join the Professional Nursing Committee | Royal College of Nursing

Why you should join the Professional Nursing Committee