This chapter addresses the lack of ethnic diversity in the nursing and midwifery higher education (HE) workforce in the UK. Despite 14% of the UK population being from Black or minority ethnic backgrounds (BME), only 7.2% of academic staff in HE are from BME backgrounds. This disparity is significant given the diverse applicant pool for UK nursing degree programmes. The chapter explores the demographics of the NHS and HE workforces, highlighting the implications of limited diversity among academics. The authors share their migration stories, highlighting the challenges and cultural shocks they faced transitioning to the UK. The chapter delves into the various forms of racism experienced by Black academics, including interpersonal, systemic, and internalised racism. Black academics often face heightened scrutiny and cultural barriers in teaching predominantly white student cohorts. Therefore, the chapter advocates for decolonising the curriculum and fostering allyship to create a more inclusive academic environment. It emphasises the importance of addressing systemic racism and supporting Black academics and students.