Improving inclusion, reducing inequalities

Improving inclusion, reducing inequalities

Showcasing recent Research Engagement Network projects across the East of England and discussing future opportunities

By NHS Cambridge and Peterborough ICS Research Office

Date and time

Tuesday, July 9 · 10:30am - 3pm GMT+1

Location

Moller Centre

Storey's Way Cambridge CB3 0DE United Kingdom

Agenda

10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Registration and refreshments

10:30 AM - 10:35 AM

Welcome and introduction

Dr Philippa Brice - Head of R&D, CPICB

10:35 AM - 11:20 AM

KEYNOTE ADDRESS

Dr John Ford - Health Equity Evidence Centre, QMUL


Using evidence to shift the paradigm from describing inequalities to understanding what works

11:20 AM - 12:20 PM

Research engagement experiences and learning (1)

Prof Margaret Greenfields, ARU

Dr Rebecca Owens, NWICB

Jacqueline Romero, NWICB


Pathways to participation for refugees and asylum seekers (C&P ICS); Learning together to build our evidence base – REN phases 1 and 2 and Norfolk and Waveney (N&W ICS)

12:20 PM - 1:20 PM

Networking lunch

1:20 PM - 2:20 PM

Research engagement experiences and learning (2)

Tina Starling - MSE ICB

Sharon Rodie - SNEE ICB

Phillip Smith - HWE ICB

Emma Brown - BLMK ICB


So much to do, so little time (M&SE ICS); Communities taking the lead in developing inclusive research (S&NEE ICS); title TBC (H&WE ICS); Creating Diabetes and Research Champions in Luton (BL&MK ICS)

2:20 PM - 3:00 PM

PANEL DISCUSSION: regional system learning, opportunities and actions

CHAIR: Prof Jeremy Turner - CRN EoE


Panellists: Dr Helen MacDonald – CRN East of England; Dr Philippa Brice - Cambridgeshire & Peterborough ICB; Dr Clara Yates - Norfolk & Waveney ICB; ...

3:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Refreshments and departures

About this event

  • Event lasts 4 hours 30 minutes

    Showcasing the diversity of community engagement projects within the forthcoming new Regional Research Delivery Network (RRDN) for the East of England and sharing learning and opportunities for cross-system and cross-region collaboration.

    Keynote speaker

    Dr John Ford - Director, Health Equity Evidence Centre, Queen Mary University, London

    In addition to our keynote address, experiences and learning from projects in each Integrated Care System (supported by the NHS England Research Engagement Network REN development programme) will be shared.

    The event will close with a panel discussion on opportunities and next steps for improving research engagement to address health inequalities.

    This free, invitation-only event is organised and hosted by the NHS Cambridgeshire and Peterborough ICB R&D Office, in partnership with the NHS Norfolk and Waveney R&D Office and the NIHR Clinical Research Network East of England.

    It is intended for ICB research leads and other senior professionals working across health and care research and innovation, community engagement and partnerships, and health inequalities in the East of England.

    Frequently asked questions

    Is there parking?

    Yes, the Moller Centre offers free onsite parking for all delegates - use postcode CB3 0DS for SatNav. Alternatively, the Madingley Road Park and Ride site (CB3 0EX) is a short bus ride away.

    Can I get there by public transport?

    Yes, the Moller Centre is about 5 minutes by bike or 15 minutes on foot from Cambridge city centre. It is 15-20 minutes from Cambridge or Cambridge North railway stations by taxi, and is served by multiple bus routes including the City 4 bus from the city centre and the U bus from the main station.

    Is food provided?

    Yes, refreshments including lunch are provided free for all attendees. Please advise us in advance of any special dietary requirements.

    Are travel expenses covered?

    No, we are happy to offer free places for all attendees but you are responsible for your own travel costs.

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