The UK Black Pharmacists Association

Empower.Lead.Excel.

The UKBPA exists to empower Black pharmacists to thrive, lead with excellence and shape a more equitable future.

Connecting Black pharmacists, foundation pharmacists and pharmacy students across the UK through community, opportunity, advocacy and professional development.

UKBPA community
Who we are

A national voice.
A professional community.

The UK Black Pharmacists Association is an independent professional association representing and supporting Black pharmacists, foundation pharmacists and pharmacy students across the UK.

We bring our community together to strengthen representation, create opportunities, support professional development and contribute to a more equitable pharmacy profession.

Guided by UNITE

Unity through Understanding · Nurturing Equity · Integrity · Transformative Leadership · Excellence in Practice

UKBPA members and community
Our work

Turning the vision into action.

We turn our vision into practical action across six areas, creating opportunities for Black pharmacy professionals to develop, connect, influence and lead throughout their careers.

01

Advocacy & Representation

Making sure Black pharmacists have a meaningful voice in the decisions and conversations shaping pharmacy.

02

Mentorship & Leadership

Building connections that support career progression, confidence, leadership and succession.

03

Education & Development

Creating learning, events and professional development opportunities for every career stage.

04

Research & Insight

Building evidence around representation, progression, inequalities and the experiences of Black pharmacists.

05

Opportunities & Recognition

Opening doors to opportunities while celebrating the achievements and contributions of our members.

06

Students & Future Pharmacists

Supporting pharmacy students and foundation pharmacists as they enter and establish themselves in the profession.

UKBPA now

Our community
in action.

See what we're working on, what's coming up and how you can get involved.

UKBPA community activity
Featured programme · Mentorship

Supporting the next generation of Black pharmacy leaders.

Our mentorship programme creates meaningful connections between pharmacy professionals and future pharmacists, supporting career development, confidence and leadership.

Opportunities

Your next opportunity
could start here.

Jobs, development programmes, scholarships and events selected to help our community progress, connect and lead.

01
Careers

Find your next role.

Explore pharmacy and healthcare opportunities across sectors and career stages.

02
Development

Invest in your progression.

Discover fellowships, leadership programmes, scholarships and professional development.

03
Events

Learn. Connect. Be in the room.

Find UKBPA events and selected opportunities to learn, connect and contribute.

Working together

Connections across the profession.

Membership

Be part of the community.

Join UKBPA to connect with a national professional community committed to representation, opportunity, development and leadership.