How to Collaborate with External Partners for Policy Engagement and Impact

Speaker(s):

Dianna Smith, University of Southampton

Abstract:

This session shares the results of an earlier study, Policy Link, where examples of good practice were shared by academics and their external partners who inform local or national policy. The suggestions for good practice in engagement - when, how and with whom - are shared with a series of case studies to demonstrate how to put such ideas into practice to ensure your research is aligned to priority areas. A closer look at how you can adapt your short pitch for a range of audiences will support flexible thinking when meeting with different groups. Finally, there are suggestions on how to gather evidence for impact and monitor ongoing engagement.