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Embedding Public Engagement in Research Grant Proposals (online)

Dr Catherine Seed & Dr Michaela Livingstone-Banks

Thursday, 14 May 2026, 1pm to 4pm

Are you preparing a research grant proposal? Funders increasingly expect applicants to demonstrate how their work will benefit society. Public engagement with research (PER) is one of the most effective ways to do this.

COURSE DETAILS

Grant deadlines have a habit of sneaking up. Taking a few hours now to get clear on your engagement strategy will save you stress later, and make your proposal stronger, more competitive, and more impactful.

This interactive, three-hour workshop will:

  • Demystify what public engagement is (and isn’t), and why it matters to funders.
  • Show you what good looks like through real examples of strong PER plans.
  • Give you time and space to start drafting your own plan, with feedback from peers and facilitators.
  • Introduce tools and support available to you.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

By the end of the session, you’ll:

  • Understand how PER strengthens proposals and can be resourced within your grant.
  • Have identified relevant publics and possible activities for your research engagement.
  • Leave with the building blocks of an impactful PER plan that can slot directly into your next proposal.

BOOKING INFORMATION

Booking will open at the beginning of Trinity Term.

Please note that this course will be delivered on-line and you will receive a link to the appropriate system in the days preceding the course.

INTENDED FOR

This session is for anyone, but will be particularly valuable to those new to writing research grant proposals such as postdoctoral researchers and other early career researchers who are writing, or about to write, a research grant proposal. If you’ve ever found yourself adding engagement plans at the last minute, this session will help you plan meaningful, fundable engagement from the start.

DATE/TIME

14th May 2026 | 13.00 - 16.00

COURSE LEADERs

Dr Catherine Seed and Dr Michaela Livingstone-Banks

TERMS & CONDITIONS

When registering for this course, please check our Terms and Conditions.