Member engagement programme
A programme of member engagement activities that increases access to learning and development opportunities and improves peer-to-peer learning.
Our membership engagement programme is made up of a series of accessible, online sessions that support evidence-informed practice and build active use of Research in Practice resources.
Members can access a rolling programme of online events that include Practice Pointers, How to use Research in Practice sessions, and Engagement Support sessions.
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We continue to offer existing learning opportunities such as online workshops and webinars, as well as face-to-face conferences. You can find the full listings on our events page.
Practice Pointers
Practice Pointers are designed for anyone who wants to find out more about a core topic, attendees will:
- Learn key messages on the topic.
- Reflect on implementing these in practice.
- Consider how Research in Practice resources can be used to further engage with the topic.
Practice Pointers take place 12:00-13:00 on the first Wednesday of the month.
Professional curiosity in children and family services and adult social care
7 August 2024 – 12:00-13:00
Supporting difficult conversations in social care
4 September 2024 – 12:00-13:00
Professional curiosity in children & family & adult services
2 October 2024 – 12:00-13:00
Analysis and critical thinking in assessment
6 November 2024 – 12:00-13:00
Organisational resilience and wellbeing
4 December 2024 – 12:00-13:00
Exploring the benefits of reflective supervision
8 January 2025 - 12:00-13:00
Promoting anti-racist practice
5 February 2025 – 12:00-13:00
Supporting difficult conversations
5 March 2025 – 12:00-13:00
How to use Research in Practice sessions
Aimed at anyone new to Research in Practice, or those wanting a refresher, attendees will:
- Learn how to set up a Research in Practice account.
- Discover what is available on the Research in Practice website.
- See how to create and update an online CPD record.
- Reflect on how to use the resources in day-to-day practice.
How to use Research in Practice sessions take place 12:00-13:00 on the last Wednesday of the month.
31 July 2024 – 12:00-13:00
28 August 2024 – 12:00-13:00
25 September 2024 – 12:00-13:00
30 October 2024 – 12:00-13:00
27 November 2024 – 12:00-13:00
29 January 2025 – 12:00-13:00
26 February 2025 – 12:00-13:00
Engagement Support sessions
Aimed at Link Officers, Strategic Champions, Principal Social Workers, and Principal Occupational Therapists, attendees will:
- Consider ways to build their organisation’s engagement with Research in Practice.
- Receive guidance on (for example) sharing resources across your organisation, using the data dashboard, booking learning activities and more.
- Share examples and tips for successful engagement.
- Access Partner Engagement Team support and have a chance to explore specific queries.
Engagement Support sessions take place 13:30-15:30 on the last Wednesday of the month.
31 July 2024 – 13:30-15:30
28 August 2024 – 13:30-15:30
25 September 2024 – 13:30-15:30
30 October 2024 – 13:30-15:30
27 November 2024 – 13:30-15:30
29 January 2025 – 13:30-15:30
26 February 2025 – 13:30-15:30
26 March 2025 – 13:30-15:30