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An introduction to Co-Production in Research - Reflecting on delivering a training session for UCL students

This blog shares learnings about a UCL workshop led by Naheen, Nicc, and Tania (with baby Maxim), aimed at helping students explore how to meaningfully co-produce research with people who have lived experience. It emphasized values like inclusivity, respect, and reflection, while addressing power dynamics, barriers, and the importance of genuine collaboration in academic projects.

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Job opportunity: Co-production & Communications Manager

Fancy joining the Co-Production Collective Team? We're looking for a great communicator and organiser.

July 21, 2022
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Co-production, a win-win for all!

Sophie shares how young people’s voices are heard and engaged throughout the research process as a result of being part of a Young Person’s Advisory Group (YPAG).

July 13, 2022
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Job opportunity: Policy Officer – Hearing Checks Project

Jump into a new role with the Co-Production Collective Team! We're looking for a great communicator and organiser to join us.

July 6, 2022
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Many reasons to rejoice in July: team update

Catch up on all the activities and opportunities that July holds, including updates from our team.

July 4, 2022
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Being human, inclusive, transparent and challenging

As she moves to a new role, Lizzie reflects on what our four core values mean to her.

June 26, 2022
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Working together against faux-production

A co-producer reflects on the damage that can be done to projects and relationships when co-production is done thoughtlessly, without putting people first.

June 22, 2022
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Co-Production Collective Allies Group: April Meeting Notes

The Co-Production Collective's Allies Group met once more to discuss key areas of our work. We're sharing the minutes so you can catch-up with what was discussed.

June 17, 2022
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Valuing Lived Experience: a call to action with Voices for Improvement

Lizzie shares the learning generated through our partnership with National Voices’ Voices for Improvement project.

June 7, 2022
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Showing our colours in June: monthly team update

We're sharing news about our team plus updates about our ongoing projects and upcoming events.

June 1, 2022
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Job opportunity - Co-production Partnerships Manager

Co-Production Collective is growing and we're looking for someone to develop our associate programme and partnerships - could this be you?

May 25, 2022