ICPHR Participatory Arts-Based Research Methods Working Group
Let's get creative together at the ICPHR Participatory Arts-Based Research Methods Working Group - join us online
Date and time
Location
Online
About this event
- Event lasts 1 hour 30 minutes
Welcome to the ICPHR Participatory Arts-Based Research Methods Working Group
This group is open to anyone interested in using arts-based approaches in participatory health research. That includes academic researchers, peer and community researchers, artists, practitioners, students, and anyone who has taken part in creative, participatory projects, or those who are creatively curious.
We are creating a friendly international space to share ideas, learn from each other, and explore future collaboration. The group will run online and is free and open to all. It is being hosted under the umbrella of the International Collaboration for Participatory Health Research. You can find out more about their work at www.icphr.org
This project is being run voluntarily, and all sessions are free to attend.
The session will include:
- A chance to meet others using arts-based approaches in participatory health research
- An opportunity to shape the direction of the group
- A space to raise questions, share ideas, and suggest themes for future sessions
We are also aiming to:
- Share experiences and learning around arts-based and creative research methods
- Connect with others internationally
- Share resources, papers, and tools
- Explore possible collaborations
We’ll be updating this page with speaker information closer to the time
If you are interested in helping organise future sessions, would like to suggest a speaker, or are interested in presenting your own work, please get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.
Upcoming sessions
You are welcome to attend as many sessions as you like. All meetings are online and free to join. Future sessions will each have their own registration links, which will be added here soon.
- Wednesday 15 October 2025, 15:00 to 16:30 UK time (BST)
- Wednesday 14 January 2026, 15:00 to 16:30 UK time (GMT)
- Wednesday 29 April 2026, 15:00 to 16:30 UK time (BST)
- Wednesday 1 July 2026, 15:00 to 16:30 UK time (BST)
We are aware these times may work best for people in Europe, Africa, the Americas, and parts of India, but may be less accessible for those in East or Southeast Asia or Australia. We apologise if that makes it harder to take part. If none of the time zones work for you please do get in touch.
Sessions are being led by Emily Ahmed (participatory researcher, co-production facilitator & artist), Selma Kadi (sociologist and researcher), and Vita Moltedo (public contributor & peer researcher).
Please register here to join the first session. We look forward to welcoming you.
Emily Ahmed (she/her)
Contact https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyahmed/
ICPHR Arts Based Research Methods Working Group Lead
International Collaboration for Participatory Health Research ICPHR
Accessibility – Making the Event Inclusive
We want this event to be welcoming and accessible for everyone. The group is run by volunteers, we are always happy to hear your ideas, suggestions and are open to offers of help in doing this.
Here’s what we’re doing to help make the event accessible:
· We will offer live captions (words on the screen of what people are saying)
· We are testing Zoom’s live translation so people can speak and/or listen in their own language if they want to
· Presenters will describe any pictures or images they use in slides or when speaking
· The session will be designed to support different ways of joining in – you can speak, use the chat, take breaks, or just listen
· We will make sure slides are clear and high contrast, and we will describe any visuals
If you have any other access needs please tell us when you register or send us a message. We will do our best to help.
Descriptions of images below:
- ICPHR Logo Bright orange and white logo for ICPHR (International Collaboration for Participatory Health Research). The logo features a central orange circle with the white letters “ICPHR” inside. Lines radiate from the centre to connect with smaller orange circles of different sizes, giving the appearance of a network or constellation.
- ICPHR Arts-Based Methods Promotional Image A colourful promotional graphic for the ICPHR Working Group on Arts Based Methods. It shows a white background surrounded by messy splashes of paint, art materials like coloured pencils, paintbrushes, a video camera, and a sketchbook. Sticky notes read “FREE TO JOIN” and “Contact: emilywoodahmed@gmail.com.” The ICPHR logo appears at the top left, and the full title is written across the centre: “ICPHR Working Group – Arts-Based Methods.”
- Accessibility – Making the Event Inclusive Graphic A beige poster-style image with icons and text about accessibility. It includes bold headers and icons such as a speech bubble with “CC,” an image frame, and a globe. The text outlines how the event will be accessible through live captions, clear and high-contrast slides, verbal descriptions of images, multilingual support, and flexible ways of joining in.
Frequently asked questions
We use “arts” in a broad and inclusive way. This can mean include visual arts (like painting, drawing, photography, sculpture), music, dance, theatre, film, creative writing, storytelling, textiles, craft, digital arts, and more.
Collaborative research that is done by or with, not about, communities. It values lived and living experience. This could include community-led and academic projects focused on health, wellbeing, care and promoting social impact and improving peoples lives.
Anyone with an interest in arts based approaches in participatory health research is welcome to join. This includes academic researchers, peer and community researchers, artists, students, practitioners, and anyone who has taken part in or is curious about creative, participatory work.
No, you do not need to be a member to attend. The group is open to all. If you are interested, ICPHR is free to join and you can find out more at www.icphr.org.
No, all sessions are free. The group is run voluntarily and we welcome offers of help and support.
No. You are welcome to come to as many or as few sessions as you like.
Sessions will take place online using Zoom. You’ll receive a Zoom link after registering.
At the moment, we are not planning to record sessions. This helps create a space where people feel comfortable sharing ideas and questions. If this changes, we will let you know in advance.
The main language will be English, but we are testing Zoom’s live translation features so that people can speak and or listen in their preferred language if they choose.
Yes. We will provide live AI captions, and we will describe any visuals or images used. The sessions are designed to support a range of participation styles. If you have specific access needs, you can let us know when registering or by getting in touch.
Yes, absolutely. We are keen to hear from anyone who would like to suggest a speaker or present their own work. Just get in touch using the contact details provided.
Yes. After you register, you will receive a confirmation email with the Zoom link and session details.
If you have any questions about the group or the sessions, please contact Emily Ahmed, the ICPHR Arts Based Research Methods Working Group Lead. You can message Emily via LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilyahmed.
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Emily Ahmed is a participatory researcher, co-production facilitator, and artist. She specialises in creative and inclusive approaches to health and social care research, and works across academia, public health, and the voluntary sector.