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The importance of co-production in neurodiverse communities

In this blog Prisca shares her personal experiences and those of others to highlight the challenges of co-production in neurodiverse communities along with practical ways to make these spaces more inclusive.

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Marking Milestones in October: Monthly Team Update

October looks set to be a monumental month as we turn one and launch a new project!

October 1, 2021
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Going DEEP – progress towards using evidence in practice through co-production

Nick is a a registered Social Worker who co-ordinates the Developing Evidence Enriched Practice (DEEP) programme at Swansea University. Here he shares how a co-productive approach translated research evidence into policy and practice.

September 15, 2021
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Valuing All Our Different Experience: A key basis for Co-production

Understanding what we bring to the table is key to working together in co-productive ways, Peter Beresford explains in this guest blog.

September 15, 2021
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From no evaluation to co-evaluation: ten lessons for the journey

Reflections from Mike on co-production and evaluation coming together in the world of 'co-evaluation'.

September 6, 2021
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Planning it all out in September: monthly team update

This month we’re making plans to mark our very first anniversary as Co-production Collective!

September 1, 2021
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Online art groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse

Alison and Jamie introduce a project supported by the Wellcome Trust focusing on women’s experiences of art groups as a form of mental health and social support.

August 24, 2021
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Reflections on being a Co-Production Collective Ally

Three of Co-Production Collective Allies – Laura, Sarah and Laura – introduce themselves and share some personal reflections on their roles.

August 16, 2021
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Cheers to August: monthly team update

This month we’re introducing our new team members and sharing more about our work with NHS England and Improvement.

August 11, 2021
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Free Community Research online course launches

Anna and Charlotte introduce a brand new – free! – online course which aims to support anyone to conduct their own research for positive social change.

August 6, 2021
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Transforming Social Care through IMPACT

Obert Tawodzera is part of the team behind IMPACT – a brand new centre dedicated to improving adult social care together with those who use and deliver services. Here he explains more about their plans and how you can get involved.

July 21, 2021