Innovation, Research and Improvement System
Building connections: a collaborative community for innovation
We have been supporting the Innovation, Research and Improvement System( IRIS) team at Humber & North Yorkshire ICB to develop a dynamic Innovation Community of Practice. This initiative creates a dedicated place where around 100 professionals from across the health and care system connect and share experiences, supporting them to drive innovation within their own roles and organisations.
The community was set up to establish a robust peer support network for professionals involved at every stage of the innovation pipeline. It brings together people from across the system who would not typically meet, facilitating the exchange of best practice and shared learning. It is made up of members from NHS trusts, local authorities, Innovate UK, academia, and other key stakeholders. The diversity of its members has been crucial in breaking down silos and driving different approaches to problem-solving.
Throughout the year, our Innovation Community of Practice has hosted seven impactful and collaborative meetings including a highly successful face-to-face event. Our sessions have focused on helping partners to embrace and drive innovation within their organisations, with members sharing how they have developed supportive governance, innovationfocused training, and practical ways to apply theory and frameworks.
The community has been incredibly well received by its members, with sessions receiving average‘ usefulness’ ratings of 4.48 / 5 and a 4.13 / 5 likelihood of sparking follow-up conversations. Members have described the community as a“ great opportunity to connect and learn from each other” and highlighted its role in“ meeting new people and potential stakeholders for future projects.”
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