A midwife from South Tyneside and Sunderland NHS Foundation Trust has won a prestigious award from the Royal College of Midwives (RCM) for her work in amplifying the voice of the College’s members in her region.
The Gill Adgie award, named after a beloved RCM colleague who died last year, recognises RCM activism either by an individual or a group of activists who have contributed to RCM presence, activity, solidarity and community at a local level, something very dear to Gill’s heart. And it’s something award-winner Kirsten Herdman truly embodies. She is described by colleagues as being passionate about bringing RCM members together and supporting on them on workplace issues.
At the awards ceremony in London on 18 October, the RCM’s Chief Executive, Gill Walton, said: “Kirsten highlights the importance of being in the union and actively recruits members to the branch. She also promotes the value of RCM membership and is widely regarded as being the voice of the RCM at a local level.
“The work Kirsten has carried out is a great example for other branches on how to involve every member in the branch, ensuring the collective voice is heard.”
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Notes to Editors
- For more information on the RCM awards visit here: https://www.rcmawards.com/
- Individual media releases on each winner or winning team available on request, email media@rcm.org.uk.
About the RCM
The Royal College of Midwives (RCM) is the only trade union and professional association dedicated to serving midwifery and the whole midwifery team. We provide workplace advice and support, professional and clinical guidance, and information, and learning opportunities with our broad range of events, conferences, and online resources. For more information visit the RCM | A professional organisation and trade union dedicated to serving the whole midwifery team.
