Raising Voices in Research - Isle of Wight Roadshow

When people hear the word research, it can sound academic or complicated, but in reality, research is simply about finding things out and listening to people’s experiences.

Our Raising Voices in Research Roadshow is a friendly, informal event for community and voluntary sector organisations on the Isle of Wight who want to find out how they — and the people they support — can have a voice in health and social care research.

This event is about making research more accessible and ensuring community voices help shape future research that affects local lives — so health and care is better for everyone. There is no pressure or obligation to get involved afterwards.

Why come along?

· Understand research in plain language

Learn what research means, without the jargon.

· Meet researchers face-to-face Listen to short talk and find out about areas of interest. Have informal conversations with researchers who want to listen and learn.

· Shape future research Help ensure future projects are relevant, inclusive, and accessible.

· No experience needed You don’t need any prior research experience.

Who is this event for?

Community and voluntary sector organisations on the Isle of Wight, especially those working with communities whose voices are not always heard.

If that sounds like you, this event is for you

What will happen on the day?

· Friendly introductions to what research really is

· Opportunities to meet researchers and explore future connections

· A safe, informal space to ask questions and share opinions

· Lunch provided

About Raising Voices in Research

Raising Voices in Research (RViR) was created in November 2022 to increase under-served communities’ involvement in health and care research. It is delivered by a partnership including Action Hampshire, Hampshire and Isle of Wight Integrated Care Board, University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust, and the University of Winchester.

Over 30 voluntary, community and social enterprise organisations have already been involved.

Visit our webpage to find out more: Raising Voices in Research | Increasing Diversity in Research Participation

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Host or Publisher Action Hampshire