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Have you read our latest Ask IMPACT guide?
This guide explores the challenges that the social care sector faces due to climate change, and what it can do to tackle those challenges.
impact.bham.ac.uk/delivery-mod...
βWe all know that we need to do more to respond to climate change β but what should social care be thinking about and doing?β
#ICYMI - read the latest Ask IMPACT guide now: impact.bham.ac.uk/delivery-mod...
In December, we hosted our annual "All Wales" event. This time, the day focused on IMPACT projects which emphasise the values of voice, choice and control for people with learning disabilities.
Find out more about the day here: buff.ly/OQRtL04
Sign up now: Making an IMPACT in adult social care reform
Wednesday 18 February, 16:30 to 18:00
Speakers: Prof Jon Glasby
Location: EP Abraham Lecture Theatre & Online
Register now for this event hosted by Green Templeton College. Uni of Oxford
www.gtc.ox.ac.uk/news-and-eve...
Are you interested in coordinating an IMPACT Network?
We're looking for Network coordinators in specific UK countries across a variety of topics
Find out more and how to join us here: buff.ly/v7zqP32
Applications close on 30/03/26.
βThe final list of projects is just the tip of a much bigger iceberg, and weβve been inspired once again by peopleβs innovation and commitment."
Last week, we announced our 2026-27 project list. See the full list of topics, hosts and locations here: impact.bham.ac.uk/2026/02/09/2...
This week, we announced we will be running eight Facilitators in 2026-27.
Facilitators are focused on supporting bottom-up change. They work within a local organisation leading an evidence-informed change project
Find the 2026-27 list here: impact.bham.ac.uk/2026/02/09/2...
Text: βDiscover the Centre for Careβs impact, Our new interactive report showcases a selection of the achievements, policy influence and the real-world difference our research has made during Phase 1 (2021β25). And we share whatβs coming next.β
We are proud to launch our new interactive report, detailing the impact of the Centre for Care during our first four years and setting out our ambitious roadmap for the future of our centre.
Follow this link to learn more: centreforcare.ac.uk/impact-and-p...
#towardsabetterfutureforcare
This week, we announced we will be running a record ten Demonstrators in 2026-27
IMPACT Demonstrators explore how we can use evidence to address a major strategic issue
Find the 2026-27 list here: buff.ly/KOtu7Z4
Today we have announced our 2026-27 project list. We will be running a record ten Demonstrators, eight Facilitator projects and six Networks.
Projects were chosen following an open call for applications at the end of 2025, and will launch this September.
Find the full list here: lnkd.in/eYZXPQJ4
IMPACT is recruiting a part-time Demonstrators Deputy Lead at the University of Birmingham
To find out more about the role and apply: buff.ly/xrBIyoY
We're currently recruiting a Part-Time Demonstrators Deputy Lead at the University of Birmingham
To find out more about the role and apply: buff.ly/xrBIyoY
Calling all Occupational Therapists in the West Midlands!
The IMPACT OT Showcase, will be taking place in Birmingham on 05/02/26 β Join us to celebrate OT innovation in adult social care!
Free event, limited places. Register: buff.ly/QOLWpgO
#OccupationalTherapy #WestMidlands #AdultSocialCare
Calling all Occupational Therapists in the West Midlands!
Join us on 05/02/26 in Birmingham for the IMPACT OT Showcase β celebrating OT innovation in adult social care.
Free event, limited places. Register now: forms.office.com/e/2FvsmUy3nv
#OccupationalTherapy #WestMidlands #AdultSocialCare
IMPACT is hiring a full-time Research Assistant with our Evidence & Evaluation team in Stirling until end of 2027.
Apply now: buff.ly/FyiDASz
Closes: 4 Jan 2026
#ResearchJobs #SocialCare #IMPACT #AdultSocialCare
This #InternationalMensDay, Karen Watchman, Kathryn Mackay and Marlene Kelly are in today's @heraldscotland.bsky.social, discussing our #IMPACTFacilitator project on recruiting more men
www.heraldscotland.com/politics/vie...
Tomorrow IMPACT will be launching the new Change Model - a fresh approach to driving evidence-informed change in social care across the UK.
Weβll be sharing practical insights from IMPACT projects that have used these principles in action.
Register here: buff.ly/58zud7e
Our 24β25 Demonstrators Emma Burton & Kathryn Morgan have launched a powerful short film: 'I Can I Will'
Co-produced with young people & families in Pembrokeshire, it shares inspiring stories of how the right support can empower dreams.
Watch the film: buff.ly/DSbtQhU
Learn more: buff.ly/GgXE791
Join us on 18th November (16:00β17:00) for the virtual launch of the IMPACT Change Model!
Discover our core principles for evidence-informed change in social care and hear real insights from IMPACT projects.
Register: forms.office.com/e/cKxu4uvbAc
More info: impact.bham.ac.uk/our-mission/...
LAST CHANCE TO APPLY!
Today is your last chance to apply to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project.
Find out everything about the application process, and how to apply, here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...
Applications close at midnight tonight (5/11).
Our Demonstrators, Alicia Ridout and Jane Clark, will be speaking at this year's OT Show,
Register to attend, and find out about their project increasing engagement with research by occupational therapists in the West Midlands: buff.ly/kbpFcJv
Applications to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project close on Wednesday!
Find the details on the application process here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...
One week left to apply to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project
Find the details on the application process here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...
Just one week left to apply to host a 2026-27 IMPACT project!
Find the details on the application process here: impact.bham.ac.uk/contact-us-2...
Join IMPACT for the virtual launch of our new Change Model! 18 Nov | 16:00β17:00
Discover our core principles for evidence-informed change in social care & hear insights from real IMPACT projects.
Register: forms.office.com/e/cKxu4uvbAc
Learn more: impact.bham.ac.uk/our-mission/...
Our Demonstrators, Alicia Ridout and Jane Clark, will be speaking at this year's OT Show,
Register to attend, and find out about their project increasing engagement with research by occupational therapists in the West Midlands: buff.ly/kbpFcJv
We're looking for organisations of all sizes to apply to host IMPACT Demonstrators, Facilitators and Networks...
But what is a Facilitator?
Find out more and apply: buff.ly/JC9yaDM