ABSTRACT
Riel’s story highlights racism and homophobia faced by a Filipino nurse in the National Health Service (NHS), both before and during the pandemic. His experience shows how racism can lead to both neglect, exploitation, as well as bullying and harassment. He highlights the dehumanisation, dismissal, and lack of respect that he faced as a migrant nurse, leading to neglect and a general lack of care for his welfare during the pandemic. He reflects on the vulnerability of migrant nurses which led to them being unfairly exposed to COVID-19 in the pandemic. His experience is valuable in understanding the intersectional nature of oppression. He also reflects on the importance of tackling racism to ensure that the NHS can retain staff.
