#AIRD25

A split-screen graphic. On the left, a blue background features the NIHR (National Institute for Health and Care Research) logo and a large quotation mark icon, followed by a quote about the importance of involving people in research. On the right, a photo shows a bright, modern indoor event space where groups of people are standing and sitting at tables, talking and networking.

Over 100 local people, researchers, healthcare professionals and others explored how collaborative health and social care research can be strengthened across London at our annual Active Involvement in Research events. #AIRD25

Catch up with highlights of the day 👇

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Quote graphic from the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR). The quote reads: “There’s no such thing as ‘hard to reach’ – only people too easy to ignore. Inclusion shouldn’t be an afterthought or a token gesture. From the start, ask: how can we involve diverse communities as true partners, shaping and benefiting from the work we do?” Cherelle Augustine, engagement coordinator, ARC Northwest London. The NIHR logo appears at the top left, and abstract geometric shapes decorate the right side on a dark blue background.

This evening we are connecting patients, carers, community members & researchers at our annual Active Involvement in Research online event.

Cherelle Augustine, @arc-nwl.bsky.social engagement coordinator, is sharing why diverse involvement in applied health and care research matters. #AIRD25

Active Involvement in Research (AIRD) 2025: online event Join us to help shape the future of health and care research in London.

We were delighted to welcome 65 patients, carers, community members and researchers to our annual Active Involvement in Research in-person event on 28 Oct.

Missed it? Join the free online event on 11 Nov to connect and collaborate! #AIRD25

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Savi Hensman feeds back to the main group

Attendees networking in conference space

#AIRD25 attendees have been deep in discussions in breakout groups, sharing practical knowledge before feeding back to the main group.

Now, the space is buzzing as participants network during the final part of our day – a productive setting for connecting and shaping future research involvement.

Ganesh Sathyamoorthy delivering the second talk on effectively engaging with our diverse communities

Ganesh Sathyamoorthy delivering the second talk on effectively engaging with our diverse communities

A big thank you to our speakers, Dr Natasha Curran, Rashmi Kumar, Dr Jane Stafford & @gjsathyamoorthy.bsky.social, for your warm welcome and valuable insights into involving people in health and care research and engaging London’s diverse communities. #AIRD25

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Attendees arriving at the conference

Dr Jane Stafford giving the opening talk

Good morning from The Foundry, where our annual involvement event is underway!

We’re excited to welcome attendees to Active Involvement in Research 2025, a day of reflecting on achievements & sharing learning to help shape future applied health & care research in London #AIRD25