…who also face higher mortality from the disease.

When we say that not every community has the same starting point, this is what we mean.

So, what are we doing about it?

Take a look: www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/news/we-can-...

The impact of these inequities is deeply concerning. Babies from Black & Black British communities continue to have the highest rate of infant mortality. GRT communities experience higher rates of mental health conditions. The risk of developing diabetes is up x6 higher in South Asian communities.

Est. orgs have consistently shown how health inequities reflect & perpetuate structural racism. These inequities are embedded across systems. They're not b/c of isolated actions by individual orgs - they stem from longstanding structural dynamics, as recognised by health statutory bodies.

We’ve heard loud, clear, and real concerns about heath and health inequities – especially those affecting Black, Middle Eastern, South and East Asian, Gypsy/Roma/Traveller (GRT), and Jewish communities.

As we move into year two, we know we must go further — especially to supercharge our environmental funding. We’re also investing in digital, reimagining how communities experience our funding, and working with partners to ensure AI serves people and communities.

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Over the past 12 months, we’ve awarded £724 million to 13,000 projects — that’s eight grants every hour. 95% of these focused on our four community missions: strengthening social connections, advancing environmental sustainability, helping young people thrive, and enabling healthier lives.

Read about A Better Start in Children & Young People Now: www.cypnow.co.uk/content/analysis/collaborative-projects-lay-strong-foundations-for-best-start-to-life

We are committed to supporting children & young people to thrive, and we will continue to ensure that our funding benefits communities in greatest need for generations to come. 🧵⬇️

And on our work at @tnlcomfund.bsky.social, where working in partnership, listening to expert advice from parents and carers and learning from A Better Start’s practice has informed how our funding can best support families. 🧵⬇️