After the success of our first in-person research collaborative event, we’re pleased to announce the next one will be held on Thursday 19 June 10:00–12:00 in Southampton. This one will be focussing on mental health research in collaboration with NIHR ARC Wessex Mental Health Hub.
Once again, you’ll hear from three great speakers about how they are supporting under-served communities to participate in research, as well as the opportunity to discuss best practice and current local opportunities with like-minded VCSEs and researchers. We really encourage any VCSEs and community members who are interested in finding out more about the different types of research happening locally to come along.
We are excited to welcome:
- Hannah Bowers, from University of Southampton, talking about her research on ‘distress’ caused by difficult living situations compared to ‘depression’ and how these are treated in primary care, and how to support people who want to stop antidepressants
- Dr Emine Gurbuz, from University of Portsmouth, speaking on the development of an intersectionality project with the neuroqueer community
- Associate Professor Ursula Rolfe, on identifying the knowledge gaps in paramedics when they care for people with mental health issues
On the 19 June it is also World Sickle Cell Day so we hope to be able to spread information and mobilise action to improve care and support for those living with sickle cell. So watch this space!
How can I sign-up?
To attend this event, you must be a member of the Research Collaborative. The Research Collaborative brings together VCSE organisations, researchers, and community members to discuss opportunities and best practice for involving under-served communities in health and care research. By signing up to the Research Collaborative you will join our Basecamp platform and can attend as many of the group’s events as you would like.
Once you have signed up to the Research Collaborative, we will contact you with the event details.
Follow this link to join the Research Collaborative.
Have any questions about the Research Collaborative or the event? Please don’t hesitate to contact Jess (jessica.johnson@actionhampshire.org)
