Engaged Researcher: Advanced Policy Engagement Session, Sciences and Technology focus

This session will help researchers to deepen their engagement with policymakers. It will focus on science and technology but will be of relevance to all researchers including those in arts, humanities and social sciences. Led by Nicky Buckley (Centre for Science and Policy, CSaP) and Owen Garling (Bennett Institute for Public Policy), it will provide examples of successful partnership projects, and explore funding opportunities for collaboration with policymakers. Researchers will learn how to best disseminate their research in formats most favoured by policymakers and hear about the support available for becoming more policy-engaged. This will be a practical and interactive session, with the opportunity to ask questions and meet colleagues from across the University.

Register: https://www.training.cam.ac.uk/event/5344705

By taking part in these courses, researchers will be able to:

• Understand the benefits and drawbacks of engaging with policymakers

• Identify appropriate audiences for their research

• Choose the most effective model of engagement (One-off, series, co-production) for their research

• Identify possible collaborators from within academia, policymaking or industry

• Understand how to evaluate the success of their engagement

• Best engage with policymakers to ensure their work is being considered.