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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Co-production at the heart: the Parents 1st Community Peer Support Model
Parents 1st is a UK charity using collective experience to enable parents to recognise and build on self-identified strengths. In this blog, Celia and Nicole share learning, resources, and guides for setting up your own peer support programme.
Reflecting on our first year: share your highlights
In just a few weeks, the Co-production Collective is turning one year old and we want to celebrate with you by reflecting on the last 12 months.
Could you be a Co-Pro Collective Community Area Pioneer?
Join the small team of pioneers who are going to start co-creating our brand new online community space.
Marking Milestones in October: Monthly Team Update
October looks set to be a monumental month as we turn one and launch a new project!
Going DEEP – progress towards using evidence in practice through co-production
Nick is a a registered Social Worker who co-ordinates the Developing Evidence Enriched Practice (DEEP) programme at Swansea University. Here he shares how a co-productive approach translated research evidence into policy and practice.
Valuing All Our Different Experience: A key basis for Co-production
Understanding what we bring to the table is key to working together in co-productive ways, Peter Beresford explains in this guest blog.
From no evaluation to co-evaluation: ten lessons for the journey
Reflections from Mike on co-production and evaluation coming together in the world of 'co-evaluation'.
Planning it all out in September: monthly team update
This month we’re making plans to mark our very first anniversary as Co-production Collective!
Online art groups for women who have experienced domestic abuse
Alison and Jamie introduce a project supported by the Wellcome Trust focusing on women’s experiences of art groups as a form of mental health and social support.
Reflections on being a Co-Production Collective Ally
Three of Co-Production Collective Allies – Laura, Sarah and Laura – introduce themselves and share some personal reflections on their roles.