The NIHR INSIGHT Programme – South West Central is dedicated to cultivating a dynamic and inclusive research culture. By collaborating with health, care, and higher education organizations, we aim to inspire and empower early-career healthcare professionals and students to develop essential research skills and incorporate impactful clinical research into their practice. This commitment upholds the importance of fostering innovative engagement initiatives.
Our Vision
To develop a region of research-skilled and engaged early career healthcare professionals working across South West Central.
Our Mission
To collaborate with partners across the SWC region, raising awareness and creating opportunities that inspire healthcare students and professionals to engage in research, develop their skills, and contribute to evidence-based practices.
Target Groups
Our Core Objectives
- Build Awareness and Engagement: Showcase research opportunities and regional activities to foster interest in research careers.
- Promote Inclusive Research Culture: Support students and early career professionals in building cross-sector skills, enabling them to make meaningful impacts.
- Inspire Research Careers: Encourage health and care professionals to be research-engaged, cultivating the next generation of clinical researchers.
Innovative Engagement Activities
Engagement Working Group (EWG)
The Engagement Working Group (EWG) is a key component of the NIHR INSIGHT Programme – South West Central Innovative Engagement strategy.
This dynamic group is made up of student and healthcare professional representatives from across the region. The EWG plays a crucial advisory role, contributing to the design and implementation of activities that promote research engagement and inspire early career professionals.
What the EWG Offers:
- A Platform for Impact: Share your ideas and help shape innovative engagement activities.
- Networking Opportunities: Collaborate with peers and professionals passionate about embedding research into healthcare practice.
- Professional Development: Gain valuable experience in research advocacy and programme design.
How to Join:
We’re looking for enthusiastic pre-registration students and early career healthcare professionals who are eager to make a difference in research engagement. If you’re interested in joining the EWG, please complete this form: https://forms.office.com/e/amdSpuBy6J?origin=lprLink
Your involvement in the EWG will help drive meaningful change, ensuring our initiatives resonate with the needs and aspirations of healthcare professionals across the South West Central region. Join us in building a stronger, research-engaged community!