Navigating REF 2029 and Building Engaged Futures

Join us for an interactive session that unpacks the new REF 2029 guidance and explores how it aligns with the ambitions of NCCPE’s Engaged Futures programme. We’ll provide a clear overview of what the guidance is asking for, how it has evolved from previous REF cycles, and why it matters for the future of research culture. Most importantly, we’ll showcase practical tools and resources developed by NCCPE to help institutions use REF as a catalyst for positive change—sparking constructive conversations internally and with partners about how research, engagement and impact create real public value. This workshop is an opportunity to connect policy with practice, share ideas, and build a collective sense of purpose around shaping an open, inclusive and outward-facing research system.