Research Champions are patients, carers, and members of the public, who are passionate about developing better health care and treatment.
They help spread the word about research. They also help health and care staff understand patients' experience of research.
The activities Research Champions do are tailored to their time and interests.
What can Research Champions do?
- Raise awareness of health and care research and encourage people to take part
- Speak to patient and community groups about health and care research
- Deliver training for researchers and research staff
- Take part in media interviews to help raise public awareness of research
- Work with schools and other education settings to promote research
- Take part in local events and activities
To find out about becoming a Research Champion please contact us:
Email: Research.PPI@uhcw.nhs.uk
Telephone: 02476 966867