This toolkit is designed to help junior doctors build, sustain and run their own local leadership and engagement structures. Many junior doctor representative groups have been in place for several years, while dozens of new forums have been set up in NHS organisations across the country. The sections below include a number of case studies which showcase good practice from across the country as well as some practical guides to help with the day-to-day management of these groups. We also summarise the relevant academic literature and explain how different local leadership structures relate to existing contractual requirements.

No two organisations are the same, and each will require a tailored solution to help engage and empower their junior doctors. We hope the information in this toolkit will help doctors develop their own local bespoke solutions. The information within the toolkit is not exhaustive and further sections will be added over time. If you have any suggestions for topics which could be included, or want to contribute a case study, angus.waite [at] fmlm.ac.uk (please contact us).