Superficial Inclusion

By Mrs. Jia Palis Amada

Superficiality in Inclusivity

By Jia Amada

"Superficial Inclusion" is a powerful and deeply personal reflection on what happens when inclusion in healthcare becomes performative rather than transformative. Written by award-winning NHS leader and trans-woman of colour Jia Amada, this booklet explores the emotional and systemic toll of being visible but unheard, celebrated but unsupported, and invited in-but not fully welcomed.

Blending lived experience with evidence-based insight, Jia takes readers on a journey through the realities of navigating the NHS as an internationally educated nurse, EDI advocate, and compassionate leader. From tokenism in leadership to the gaps in cultural bereavement care, and from visual inequities for colour vision-deficient patients to the power of co-designed clinics for children with complex needs, this work challenges readers to look beyond surface-level inclusion.

With warmth, honesty, and hope, Superficial Inclusion is more than a critique-it's a call to action. It's for healthcare professionals, leaders, policy makers, and anyone who believes in building a system where inclusion is not just seen, but felt.

Perfect for readers who are:

Engaged in diversity, equity, and inclusion (EDI) work

Health and care professionals seeking more inclusive practices

Allies wanting to move from intention to impact

Advocates of intersectional leadership and lived experience

Praise for Jia Amada's Work:

National B.A.M.E. Health and Care Awards, GEMS: Hidden in Plain Sight 2023 - New Leaders List WinnerSNEE ICS 'Can Do' Health and Care Awards 2024 - Young People's Champion Award Winner (C-19 Vaccine Team)National B.A.M.E Health & Care Award 2024: Compassionate and Inclusive Leader - WinnerNational B.A.M.E Health & Care Award 2024: B.A.M.E. Nurse of the Year - FinalistNursing Times Awards 2024: Nurse of the Year - FinalistNursing Times Workforce Summit & Awards 2024: Diversity and Inclusion Champion of the Year - FinalistRoyal College of Nursing - Learning Representative of the Year 2025 - WinnerNational B.A.M.E Health & Care Award 2026: Advocacy and Patient Experience Champion Award - FinalistNational B.A.M.E Health & Care Award 2026: Trailblazer in Inclusion Excellence Award - Finalist

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B0HH6W6Q6F
• ISBN13: 9798285906605
• Release Date: August 2026
• Publisher: Independently published
• Length: 52 Pages
• Weight: 0.14 lbs.
• Dimensions: 8.0" x 0.1" x 5.0"