Civic Networking Event: The Importance of Partnerships in Research
Date: Monday 3rd November
Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
Location: TBC
Join us for our next Civic Networking Event, where we'll explore the importance of partnerships in research and how collaboration creates lasting impact in our communities.
Our speakers, Dr Nikki Fairchild and Deborah Hodgson, will offer insight into working relationally in research, from stakeholder engagement to community co-production.
What to Expect:
Dr Nikki Fairchild, Academic Lead for the Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC), will introduce the HDRC – a partnership between Portsmouth City Council, HIVE Portsmouth, and the University of Portsmouth, funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research. She’ll share how the collaboration is addressing complex local health challenges through relationship-centred research.
Deborah Hodgson, Community Research Engagement Lead, HDRC Portsmouth, will explore the principles and practice of co-production — what it means, what it isn’t, and examples of best practise. Her reflections will highlight how to embed meaningful involvement in research, ensuring communities are not just participants, but true partners.
💡 Why Attend?
- Learn from real-world collaborations: Explore how partnerships can enhance research and deepen community impact.
- Understand local health inequalities: Gain insight into the wider determinants of health and the HDRC’s role in addressing them.
- Discover opportunities to get involved: Learn how your work might intersect with public involvement and collaborative research.
- Connect with others: Network with colleagues and stakeholders across disciplines over coffee and cake.
About the HDRC
The Health Determinants Research Collaboration is focused on improving the lives of people in Portsmouth by addressing the root causes of health inequality. Current development projects include exploring how social disadvantage impacts language and communication in early years — a key factor in long-term health and education outcomes.
We hope you can join us for what promises to be a rich and engaging discussion.
Please feel free to share this invite with any colleagues who may be interested.
☕ Coffee and biscuits provided.
