16 October 2024
Open letter to the BACP requesting a public statement regarding the attacks on healthcare provision in Gaza

Dear BACP,

As registered members, we urge the BACP to issue a public statement regarding the current situation affecting hospitals in Gaza. Our ethical framework emphasises respecting human rights and alleviating suffering. As mental health professionals, we believe we have a responsibility to advocate for the protection of healthcare facilities, which are protected under international humanitarian law (IHL). Irrespective of any political affiliation, healthcare services must be safeguarded for all civilians impacted by conflict.

The BACP's ethical principles, particularly those of beneficence and non-maleficence, compel us to promote wellbeing and avoid harm. In light of reports from international bodies, including the United Nations, highlighting the devastation on Gaza's healthcare system, it is crucial that we uphold these principles on a broader scale.

We respectfully request that the BACP:

-Reaffirm our profession's commitment to human rights and dignity

-Emphasise the importance of protecting healthcare facilities in conflict zones

-Encourage diplomatic efforts to ensure the safety of medical personnel and patients

By taking this stance, the BACP would demonstrate leadership in upholding our ethical standards and contribute to the global dialogue on this critical issue.

Sincerely,

Melanie Cross

MBACP 00985454

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  1. Kane Howarth, Psychotherapist, Therapy With Kane, London
  2. Felicity Jaggar, Psychotherapist, The Cobham Psychotherapy Practice, Cobham
  3. Daniela Marinova, Psychotherapist, Richmond, London
  4. Vicky Beaumont, Pyschotherapist, Harbour Therapy, Farnham
  5. Katharine Hamilton, Psychotherapist, London
  6. G Lamb, Psychotherapist, Marlow
  7. Fleur Watts, Psychotherapist, London
  8. Khadijah Rahimi, Trainee trappist, BACP, London
  9. Chrissy, Trainee Therapist, BACP, Birmingham
  10. Susie Markson, Psychotherapist, London
  11. Caralisa Alvis of Lee, Psychotherapist, Roehampton, Farnham
  12. Cathleen Sullivan, Psychotherapist, Birmingham
  13. Rebecca Bennett, Counsellor/ISVA, Yellow Door, Southampton
  14. Allen Scott, Psychotherapist, YourLifeStep, Windsor
  15. Sarah Evans, Psychotherapist, Twickenham
  16. Hannah Gilbert, Psychotherapist, Compassionate Mind Foundation, Derby
  17. Ann-Marie Wilson, Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Liverpool
  18. Judith Turner, Counsellor and psychotherapist, Liverpool
  19. Mahdi Ghomi, Counselling Psychologist, HIOW Health Care, Portsmouth
  20. Hannah Lewis, Counsellor, Retford
  21. Shomari Warner, Psychotherapist, Nottingham
  22. Angela Carter, Psychotherapist, Colchester
  23. Erin Stevens, Counsellor and Psychotherapist, BACP, Ilkley
  24. Sarah saeed, Psychotherapist
  25. Rita Brophy, Integrative Psychotherapist, Private Practitioner, Brighton
  26. Paul Mollitt, Psychotherapist, London
  27. shamsa aslam, Counsellor, Bradford
  28. Cheryl Forshaw, Psychotherapist, Preston
  29. Deniz, Counsellor
  30. Lucinda Hart, Psychotherapist and Supervisor, Lucinda Hart Therapy, Oxfordshire/West Midlands
  31. Uzma Ali, Psychotherapist, Private practitioner, Nottingham
  32. Steve Fayers, Counsellor, MBACP, Chelmsford
  33. Catherine Clay, Psychotherapist, North Yorkshire
  34. Angela Diac, Psychotherapist, London
  35. Fee Hanif, Trainee counsellor, Trainee, Manchester
  36. Shermeen, Psychotherapeutic counsellor and supervisor, Sg therapy, Aylesbury
  37. Cate Hawke, Counsellor and Psychotherapist, Distant Sun Counselling, London
  38. Anna Morelle-Grey, Counsellor, Clearview Counselling & Psychotherapy, Cardiff
  39. Maliha Neesa, Psychotherapist, Psychotherapy, Manchester
  40. Naheed Chowdhery, Psychotherapist, Nottingham
  41. Zainab master, Pharmacist/counsellor, Various, Loughborough
  42. Rosie Freeman, Psychotherapist, UK
  43. Ruth Durham, Psychotherapist, Stafford
  44. MR NADIR KHAN, Psychotherapist, N/A, Surrey
  45. Marvis Stewart, Humanistic & Integrative Counsellor, Southampton
  46. Charlotte Williams, Counsellor BACP Accred, Lewes
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