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Policy and engagement resources

We offer resources to help you as a policy professional to access research expertise, or as a researcher to engage with public policymaking.

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Policy and engagement resources

Resources

Explore resources to inform public policy conversations and help you engage with the policymaking process.

  • Policy briefs and reports

    We work with our researchers to condense the latest research evidence into accessible and relevant policy briefs, helping you stay informed.

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  • News and opinion

    Stay updated with how our research informs policymaking regionally, nationally and internationally, and engage with opinion pieces.

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  • Researchers’ collaboration toolkit

    Resources to help you, as a researcher, expand your public policy engagement knowledge and practice.

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Listen to podcasts

Hear what others have to say about policy-related topics by listening to podcasts recorded by academics at Leeds. These podcasts are hosted on Spotify.

  • How to fix...

    Bringing together seven interdisciplinary academic panels to explore how their research can help solve some of the world’s most pressing problems with incredible innovations and policy ideas.

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  • The Business of Policymaking

    Dr Jana Javornik demystifies the evidence-based policymaking process. Alongside guests, she uncovers how academics can collaborate with policymakers and inform policy agendas.

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Professional development

If you’re a staff member at University of Leeds, explore a range of training and development opportunities to help you to navigate the policy landscape and amplify the impact of your work.

Engage better with policy

Explore training opportunities on the staff intranet. You must be a University of Leeds staff member to access this resource.