Dr Abbey Akinoshun
Without a degree in Law and as a cleaner, I represented myself and won my first case.
My first representation ever was over 25 years ago when I represented myself and my colleagues.
I won the case, and we were compensated. Since then, I have represented Nurses, Midwives and Nursing Assistants and put a smile on their faces.
A Little About Dr Abbey Akinoshun
Dr Abbey Akinoshun is a groundbreaking advocate and self-trained Employment and Regulatory Law Consultant with over 25 years of experience defending nurses, midwives, and healthcare professionals across the UK. Driven by his personal experience with workplace discrimination, Dr. Abbey began his career in the UK as a cleaner and won his first representation case without any formal legal training. This victory ignited his passion for justice, inspiring him to establish VEASEM, a self-funded organisation offering free legal advice to ethnic minorities and later Employment Rights Representation and Advisory Services (ERRAS).
As CEO of ERRAS, Dr. Abbey continues to champion the rights of healthcare professionals at NMC hearings, a role through which he has empowered countless individuals facing workplace discrimination. His exceptional contributions have earned him numerous awards, including the Our Heroes Community Champion Award, the Nigerian Centenary Award UK, and the BEFFTA Special Award among several others.
With a background in Social Psychology from the University of Sofia and Mental Health Nursing from King’s College London, Dr Abbey’s work embodies his dedication to equality, justice, and compassion. His life’s work stands as a powerful testament to his commitment to change and his unwavering belief in standing up for those in need.
BOOKS BY DR ABBEY AKINOSHUN
THE UNEXPECTED
I never planned to live the life that inspired this book. If you had asked me years back, maybe I would have told you that I would end up a footballer. THE UNEXPECTED: Living the Life I Never Planned encapsulates my journey, one that transformed in ways I never could have foreseen. I’ve dedicated my life to standing up for others, especially for nurses, midwives, and nursing associates facing professional challenges, including NMC referrals. As a self-trained Employment and Regulatory Law Consultant and Independent Nurse Consultant, I never attended law school nor imagined myself in the courtroom. But life has a way of guiding us to where we are most needed. My background in Psychology from Bulgaria seemed worlds apart from the work I eventually found myself called to do. READ MORE
SAVE YOUR NMC PIN: Avoiding Professional Pitfalls for Nurses, Midwives, and Nursing Associates
Are you a nurse, midwife or nursing associate who worries about making mistakes that could lead to an NMC referral? You’re not alone! Every nurse has those “what if” moments—what if I mess up? What if this tiny mistake costs me my career? Instead of worrying about those pitfalls, wouldn’t it be better to avoid them altogether? That’s where this book comes in. READ MORE