Alder Hey has successfully achieved Fairer, Healthier Liverpool Organisation Accreditation in recognition of our commitment to tackling health inequalities and improving outcomes for children, young people and families across the city.
The accreditation forms part of Liverpool’s Marmot City approach, led by the Fairer, Healthier Liverpool Partnership, which brings together organisations across the city to work collaboratively to improve health and wellbeing and reduce inequalities.
It recognises Alder Hey’s commitment to creating a healthier, happier and fairer future for children and young people, while also reflecting the dedication of colleagues and partner organisations across health, education, community and voluntary sectors who are working together to improve outcomes for families across Liverpool and the wider region.
The awarding panel highlighted Alder Hey’s clear commitment to all eight Marmot Principles and highlighted the strong evidence demonstrating the positive impact of the Trust’s work within Liverpool’s communities, particularly its focus on prevention, early intervention and reducing inequalities.
Being recognised as a Fairer, Healthier Liverpool Organisation reflects the passion and commitment of colleagues and partners across Alder Hey who work every day to improve the lives of children, young people and families.
“Through our Vision 2030 strategy, we are committed to helping create a healthier, happier and fairer future, and we know this can only be achieved by working together with partners across our communities to tackle health inequalities and provide the best possible support for children and young people.” John Grinnell, Chief Executive of Alder Hey Children’s NHS Foundation Trust
Alder Hey Children’s Charity was also recognised, successfully achieving its own Fairer, Healthier Liverpool Organisation Accreditation.
The announcement was made during the recent Fairer, Healthier Liverpool Celebration Event held at The Florrie, where organisations from across the voluntary, community, faith, social enterprise and public sectors were celebrated for their contribution towards improving the building blocks of health and wellbeing.
The event marked one year since Liverpool became a Marmot City and provided an opportunity for partners across the city to reflect on progress made so far and reaffirm a shared commitment to building a fairer and healthier future for everyone.
Liverpool’s Marmot City approach is guided by the eight Marmot Principles and delivered through collective action between organisations and communities across the city, helping to address the wider factors that influence health and wellbeing.