Working together in research
In South Yorkshire , a significant portion of the population faces reduced life expectancy and prolonged periods of ill health , with disparities existing among different communities . Tackling these challenges requires a strong emphasis on inclusive research .
To effectively address this issue , health and care research must focus on understanding the experiences of underserved populations and actively involve historically marginalised groups .
Our South Yorkshire Innovation Hub has been working with the South Yorkshire Voluntary , Community and Social Enterprise ( VCSE ) Alliance , the South Yorkshire Integrated Care Board ( ICB ) engagement team , the Yorkshire and Humber Clinical Research Network , and the Applied Research Collaborative on a programme of work to diversify public participation in research , called ‘ Working Together in Research ’.
In partnership with the VCSE Alliance programme director and voluntary community sector partners , we led on the co-design of a successful bid to NHS England for just under £ 100,000 of funding to encourage closer collaborations between
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