This Town Hall is an opportunity to explore the ways in which arts and humanities research and researchers are contributing to local and regional decision making, and discuss future opportunities for the field. AHRC will be outlining our approach to supporting research and knowledge exchange in this area, including two upcoming funding opportunities. Participants will also have the chance to meet and network with arts and humanities researchers, local and regional government workers, third sector workers, community group leaders, and others involved in local and regional decision making.

What will be covered?

The Town Hall will include the following:

Presentations, with questions and answers, from AHRC on its broader plans for supporting place-based research and knowledge exchange and its links to the levelling up agenda.
Presentations, with questions and answers, from researchers, local government officials, and others on what arts and humanities research and researchers can offer and what’s needed in the future.
Presentations, with questions and answers, from AHRC staff on the new funding opportunities we are launching.
The opportunity to ask questions and discuss the above.
A networking session to build connections with others working in this area from a variety sectors (e.g. research, policy, third sector).

Who is this for?

This event is intended for:

Any arts and humanities researchers who conduct or have an interest in research with a strong focus on place. This includes the full range of disciplines, approaches, and methodologies, which the arts and humanities encompass.
Anyone who is involved in local and regional decision making who is interested in drawing on research which could support making effective and equitable decisions. This includes, for example, people working in local and regional governments, third sector bodies, cultural and heritage organisations, and local community groups.

Additional Details

Further details will be circulated as speakers and agenda items are confirmed.

Please note that depending on numbers we may limit the number of attendees from a single organisation in order to ensure a varied mix of attendees. If you are allocated a place you will be provided with a Zoom link to join.

Registrations are closed

Place and Arts and Humanities Research