Aceso Global Health Consultants Join BLACHIR Initiative to Strengthen Data Collection Across Birmingham and Solihull
Aceso Global Health Consultants have been appointed to lead a major new project under the Birmingham and Lewisham African and Caribbean Health Inequalities Review (BLACHIR). This initiative is focused on enhancing demographic data collection and evaluating data systems to inform more inclusive and equitable health strategies across Birmingham City Council (BCC) and the Birmingham and Solihull (BSol) NHS Trusts.
What the Project Involves
Running from June 2025 to April 2026, this project is designed to improve the accuracy, sensitivity, and utility of demographic data used across the region. It includes two core strands:
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Redesigning Demographic Questionnaires - Working with communities and data stakeholders to refine BCC’s demographic data tools through consultation and usability testing.
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Mapping NHS Data Collection Systems - Conducting a comprehensive review of data collection methods across BSol NHS Trusts to
produce recommendations for a consistent, culturally appropriate system-wide approach.
Evaluation Focus Areas
The evaluation led by Aceso will assess the impact of the redesigned demographic questionnaire on:
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Participation rates
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User experience and comfort
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Data analysis processes and usability
This work will help determine how well the new tools support inclusivity, trust, and cultural sensitivity across the health and wellbeing system.
Why It Matters
BLACHIR is a cross-regional initiative between Birmingham and Lewisham Councils, established to tackle longstanding health inequalities experienced by Black African and Black Caribbean communities. With input from academics, public health experts, and community members, BLACHIR aims to deliver evidence-led, culturally relevant recommendations to shape better services and outcomes for all communities.
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