Kumbi Kariwo
Health inequalities lead, Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
Kumbi is a dedicated Learning Disabilities Nurse and Health Inequalities Lead at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. She is deeply committed to addressing health inequalities and has made significant strides in implementing Quality Improvement projects to benefit the communities she serves in Birmingham.
Throughout her career, Kumbi has focused on early prevention and enhancing patient experiences. In 2016, she established the Young Peoples Sexual Health Service, which earned recognition from the NHS Parliamentary Awards and the Care Quality Commission for tackling healthcare inequalities in Birmingham.
In 2021, Kumbi became the first Chief of Nursing Fellow at Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, where she expanded her expertise in Digital Health and Health Inequalities. She has developed training programmes to educate healthcare providers on wound care in diverse skin tones, promoting a more inclusive healthcare environment.
As a passionate advocate for inclusivity, Kumbi continues to address patient inequalities and improve access to services. Her leadership and dedication to patient-centred care exemplify the power of inclusive practice and compassionate leadership. Her impactful work has earned her the titles of Queens Nurse and Fellow of the Royal College of Nursing, making a lasting difference for her patients and colleagues.

