Public engagement in research is an important aspect of the contemporary academic landscape, recognising the invaluable insights that communities and groups contribute. In this vein, as part of a larger project aimed at understanding how researchers at the University of Westminster involve the public in their research, the Health Innovation and Wellbeing Community organised an …
The “Working with Citizens UK to Develop Impactful Research and Knowledge Exchange” event held on Tuesday, May 23rd, 2023, was a resounding success, with a packed room of enthusiastic attendees. Led by Daniel Mackintosh and Lucy Gardner, Community Organisers, and Tim Hall, Academic in Residence from Citizens UK, the workshop aimed to enlighten UoW researchers …
Patient and Public Involvement: A Vital Part of the Research Process Research plays a crucial role in advancing medicine and improving the lives of patients. The impact of research is enhanced when patients and the public are actively involved in the process. There are many examples where the research studies have focussed on extremely limited …
Are you a charity, social enterprise, or small business (under 250 employees), located in the London boroughs of Westminster, Brent or Camden? Would you like to reduce costs within your workplace? Are you concerned about your organisation’s carbon footprint? We can help! The Work Based and Placement Learning Project is a part of the University …
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Students! Looking for paid work experience? Apply now for the Westminster Communities Consultancy Programme Work with other students on a real-life consultancy project with a UK business, charity or social enterprise, part of the University of Westminster community. APPLY HERE by Wednesday 7th December What is WCCP? The WCCP gives you the opportunity to work …
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Westminster Community Consultancy Programme (WCCP) The Westminster Community Consultancy Project (WCCP) places a diverse range of University of Westminster students into consultancy teams, working with charities and businesses. WCCP allows organisations a cost-effective way to overcome challenges whilst providing a meaningful opportunity for students to use their skills and develop their employability and confidence. We …
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What’s your automatic response to the word ‘innovation’? Given the emphasis within the UK media, industry and HE discourse on STEM, perhaps your first thought is of industrial solutions or novel developments in science, technology or engineering. Despite these common associations, an innovation mindset and approach are relevant for tackling any kind of social or …
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