Introduction to Engagement

What is engagement with research?

Public and community engagement with research connects research with people, locally, nationally and globally. It strengthens relationships between researchers, communities, the public, and the University. Collaboration, sharing information, and inspiring new ideas benefit both research and society.

Engagement is integral to our work at Oxford University. Our research must extend beyond the academy, contributing to and improving society. Involving various stakeholders ensures research findings are applied practically, leading to positive societal outcomes.

Why engage?

We envision a University where engagement with communities and the public is integral to our research. This drives collaboration and makes a positive difference.

Your engagement can make a difference to the public, community, researchers, or research. Differences may include changes in knowledge, skills, or behaviour. The difference can be short- or long-term, small- or large-scale, and across one or more subject areas.