Trust nurse shares MBE moment on International Women’s Day
Trust nurse Charity Gladstone has praised “courageous” and “purposeful” women after picking up her Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE).
Charity was named in the King’s New Year’s Honours list for services to nursing. She received the award from the Princess Royal at Buckingham Palace last week.
Charity chose International Women's Day to share photos on social media. She also paid tribute to her late mother.
“Receiving an MBE from Princess Royal Anne was a significant moment for myself and my community this week. I dedicate this to my late mother Darly Mhone. My first coach and mentor of self-belief and confidence”.
Charity explained that her outfit was made by her brother's wife, Mrs Dr Titha: "Wearing the attire for the occasion held special significance. It made me feel as though my late mother was as there beside me".
Charity also wrote about her work: “I am committed to advancing the nursing and healthcare agenda within my circle of influence. It is an honour”.
She then paid tribute to other women: “I salute all women out there who are courageous, purposeful, and unafraid to accelerate other women and marginalised groups to achieve equity”.
Charity moved to the UK from Malawi in 2000. Since then, she has held many roles in the NHS. These include working in critical care and as a matron in the community.
Charity is now an advanced nurse practitioner for the Trust. She also co-chairs our Ethnic Minorities Employee Network Group.
Charity is only the third person from Malawi to receive the Honour.
