We’re pleased to invite you to a series of upcoming workshops designed by Vocal, a specialist Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement (PPIE) organisation that brings people and health research together, in partnership with Manchester Met, to develop your skills and confidence in PPIE and community partnership working. 

Who should attend? 

Researchers, research support staff, and anyone looking to strengthen inclusive, collaborative, and high-quality PPIE practices.    

These sessions are suitable for researchers at all career stages and for anyone who works with patients, members of the public and/or community organisations. 

Workshop 1: Introduction to PPIE

Build a strong foundation in inclusive research practices and Patient and Public Involvement and Engagement. 

 By the end of this session, you will: 

• Understand what PPIE is and why it matters. 

• Gain practical insight into integrating PPIE at every stage of your research. 

• Hear examples of good practice and key policy and guidance. 

• Practical tips for getting started. 

This workshop is first in our series of workshops. Sign up for updates upon registration to receive details of the other upcoming sessions on:

• Partnering with Communities in Research
• Evaluating PPIE

Please send us an email with any queries about this session - if you haven't received a confirmation email, please check 'On Hold' messages in Mimecast.

The booking window for this event will close 1 hour before the start time.