• Overview
• Speakers
• Outcomes
• Designed for
• Booking 

Overview

In the 30 years since Research in Practice was formed in 1996, evidence use in social care policy and practice has developed significantly. It is no longer a point of discussion as to whether the use of evidence is important. Nevertheless, the ‘what’ and the ‘how’ of evidence-informed leadership and system development are subjects of evolving debate. 

With diversity, equity and inclusion, rigour and relevance as cross-cutting themes, Leaders' Forum will use a mix of panels, presentations and discussion to explore the generation and use of different forms of evidence in leading adaptive system design.

The Research in Practice annual Leaders' Forum brings together Directors, Assistant Directors and strategic managers from across our Partner network to debate, learn and reflect together. 

Leaders' Forum will take place on 2 December at the National Council for Voluntary Organisations (NCVO) in London. This will be a one-day, in-person only event. 

Speakers

Speakers to be confirmed.

Outcomes

As a result of attending this event, participants will be able to: 

• Critically reflect on shifting perspectives in evidence use and how perceptions of different forms of evidence have changed over time.
• Evaluate contemporary approaches to evidence-informed practice and the role of leaders in fostering critical, evidence-aware decision-making cultures.
• Apply insights to future-focused leadership, considering how evidence-informed practice can support innovation, adaptability and continuous improvement in complex and evolving contexts. 

Designed for

Leaders’ Forum is aimed at Directors, Assistant Directors and strategic managers from Partner organisations across the Research in Practice networks for children and families and adults.

It is not designed for colleagues in direct practice roles.

Booking

This year, Leaders’ Forum is a one-day, in-person only event. As a Research in Practice Partner, your attendance on the day, including lunch and refreshments, is included in your organisational membership.  

• Each children & families Partner can book up to two places, subject to availability.
• Each adults Partner can book up to two places, subject to availability.  

Leaders’ Forum is a popular event and we strongly encourage early booking.

To book your place, please complete the registration form.

If you have any issues accessing the booking form please email events@researchinpractice.org.uk 

Places are limited and will be managed on a first come first served basis. A waiting list will be in place should there be availability for further places. Please note accommodation at this event is not included.  

If you have any further queries, please contact our events team.