
Strategic Support to Expedite Embedding Public Engagement with Research
The UKRI Strategic Support to Expedite Embedding Public Engagement with Research (SEE-PER) call sought to help enrich and embed cultures within HEIs where excellent public engagement with research (PER) is supported, valued, rewarded and integrated within institutional policies and practices.
The first year of this programme ran from October 2017 to October 2018. In May 2018, the SEE-PER projects were given the opportunity to apply for a second year of funding to embed and expand upon work done in the first phase.
Ten of the twelve projects received funding to extend for a further 12 months, and the programme concluded in early 2020.
Download the report: Change Makers - Lessons learned from the UKRI SEE-PER programme

Embedding Change
Two types of approach were funded. ‘Embedding change’ proposals sought to enhance and embed an institution’s approach to supporting PER, building on the learning from the Beacons for Public Engagement, RCUK PER Catalyst and Catalyst Seed Fund programmes. Their final project reports contain a wealth of insight and advice about how to develop effective support for public engagement.

Challenge projects
‘Challenge’ projects addressed a specific challenge in supporting PER effectively, and expanded the existing knowledge base about ‘what works’ in effectively supporting PER. They explored how to encourage take up of training and development; how to foster quality partnerships, and how to embed PE-R in global grand challenges.


Access SEE-PER tools and resources
The ‘Support Engagement’ area of our website contains a host of the practical tools and resources that were developed by the SEE-PER teams. Here are just some of the resources on offer: