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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

VSSN New Researchers online session on careers! 📅 Thu 16 April 2026 | 12:00–13:00 (UK time) Join former New Researchers @helenabnett.bsky.social and Chris Mills as they share their experiences of moving from PhD study into research careers. Register: events.teams.microsoft.com/event/c26728...

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Louca-Mai Brady @louca-mai.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

Great @nihrarcs.bsky.social webinar yesterday on evaluating #PublicInvolvement with children & YP. Brilliant presentation from my @hertsresearch.bsky.social colleagues Lauren Denyer & @helenabnett.bsky.social, & members of @hertsypag.bsky.social. Thank you to everyone who attended & contributed 1/2

Two researchers and three young people sat around a meeting room table, with a flipchart behind them on which the words 'Herts YPAG' are written

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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 18/02/2026

📣 VSSN member @helenabnett.bsky.social is speaking at the launch of Using Documents In Research, @brisunipress.bsky.social, editors Helen Kara & Aimee Grant 🗓️19 March | 🕙10am Helen’s talk: using charity annual reporting data to explore representation Register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/part-1-boo...

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Part 1 Book Launch: Using Documents in Research - When, where, why and how

Two online book launch sessions, at 10am or 5pm, with chapter authors discussing document analysis, methods and real-world research.

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Tim Bale @timbale.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

“Our findings tell us that young people’s choices around social media and gaming may be shaped by how they’re feeling but not necessarily the other way around,” said Prof Neil Humphrey, a co-author [of a Manchester University study that followed 25,000 11- to 14-year-olds over three school years].

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Social media time does not increase teenagers’ mental health problems – study

Research finds no evidence heavier social media use or more gaming increases symptoms of anxiety or depression

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Liz Crosbie #AllianceNowUK #FBPE @lizcrosbie.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

It is all very well promising End of Life options but they cost money 👇The Hospice movement is one of the UK's greatest achievements but it needs resourcing by the state. Those with terminal illnesses need to be able to access beds & resources wherever they live.

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The Children's Society @childrenssociety.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

The #GoodChildhoodReport 2025 is here and one thing is clear: teenagers are under pressure from all angles. Children’s wellbeing is still in decline. We cannot allow this to be our normal, it is time for change. Read the full report on our website now: www.childrenssociety.org.uk/good-childhood

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Helen Abnett @helenabnett.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

.... and acceptance (of yourself and others). We must recognise that there is a need for a better/easier diagnostic process that is completely separate to talking about access to education.

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Helen Abnett @helenabnett.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

There is I think a lot of value in this new @ippr.org report - particularly the recognition (missing from so much coverage) that the 2011 move away from inclusion has substantially contributed to the increase in EHCPs etc. But diagnosis isn't just about education. It is about identity, culture...

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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 01/09/2025

📣 1 day to go to #VSVR2025! We’ll start with the New Researchers Day, followed by Day 1 with a welcome by Angela Ellis Paine and Vita Terry, and a keynote by Prof Stephen Osborne. Programme: tinyurl.com/VSVR2025programme @bayesbschool.bsky.social @ncvo.bsky.social @volactionislington.bsky.social

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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

🎥 Missed our latest New Researchers Online Session? You can now watch Ellen Bennett’s @sheffieldhallamuni.bsky.social presentation on theory in voluntary sector research. Perfect for anyone revisiting the big ideas that impact our field. 📺 Watch here: www.vssn.org.uk/2025/07/14/v...

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Voluntary Sector Research: A deep dive into theory, by Ellen Bennett (Senior Lecturer, Sheffield Business School). – VSSN

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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 24/06/2025

🎶 It’s happening tomorrow! Join @helenabnett.bsky.social for a workshop on how voluntary organisations can help tackle inequalities in access to music education. 📅 25 June | 🕛 12 noon Still time to register 👉 tinyurl.com/accessmusiced Supported by the VSSN Small Grants programme.

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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 09/06/2025

🎶 Reminder: There’s still time to register! Join @helenabnett.bsky.social on 25 June for a workshop on how voluntary orgs can help address inequalities in music education. Details below 👇

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Leverhulme Trust @leverhulme.ac.uk · 05/06/2025

Help shape the future of science communication. The @royalsociety.org is conducting a survey to understand the current state of the UK research sector and how these challenges impact your ability to communicate, collaborate, and drive meaningful change. 📝 www.research.net/r/RS_public_...

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Factors Affecting Public Engagement by UK Researchers 2025

Survey of researchers and public engagement professionals for the Royal Society's study on factors affecting public engagement by UK researchers 2025

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Voluntary Sector Studies Network @vssn1.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

🎶 How can voluntary orgs help tackle inequalities in access to music ed? Join @helenabnett.bsky.social for a workshop exploring this intersection across music ed, voluntary sector & public health. 📅 25 June | 🕛 12 noon Register 👉 tinyurl.com/accessmusiced Supported by VSSN Small Grants programme.

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Liz Crosbie #AllianceNowUK #FBPE @lizcrosbie.bsky.social · 24/03/2025

The very nature of schools makes #SEND provision difficult. The expectation that all children will hit the same mark simultaneously is misguided for everyone, for the disabled & neurodivergent its insane. The noise, overcrowding, bullying & lack of 1:1 care IS the problem. Fix that & inclusion works

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Ellen Stewart @profellenstu.bsky.social · 04/02/2025

We’re advertising permanent posts in our new subject group of Social & Urban Policy. We’re building something really great here with a brilliant colleagues and strong, collegial leadership. A year (to the day I think!) since I joined, I’m hugely glad I did.

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Louca-Mai Brady @louca-mai.bsky.social · 03/02/2025

HTs 🎩 to @jpreso.bsky.social, young people & colleagues for A* organising + presenters name-checked in blog post incl @simonrstones.bsky.social, Sophie @raiiseuk.bsky.social, @neuro-observant.bsky.social & her amazing #InvolveYoungPeople research cycle & @joshharsant.bsky.social @barnardos.org.uk 👏👏

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Herts YPAG @hertsypag.bsky.social · 01/02/2025

Herts YPAG on tour! On our way to Birmingham with @louca-mai.bsky.social and @helenabnett.bsky.social for an @nihr.bsky.social #GenerationR #MakingConnections event with YPAGs from across the country

Programme for 'Making Connections' national NIHR event on children and young people's involvement in health and social care research

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Helen Abnett @helenabnett.bsky.social · 31/01/2025

So excited to have an opportunity to support and learn from this fantastic project - co-led by @louca-mai.bsky.social, @kathevans2.bsky.social, young people, and others - which explores how diverse young people's voices can best be heard & lead to real change in health/wellbeing policy & practice

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Herts YPAG @hertsypag.bsky.social · 22/01/2025

Blog post about our last meeting by a member of the group: generationr.org.uk/the-herts-yp... Looking forward to an exciting 2025, including a get-together with YPAGs from across the country @uniofherts.bsky.social @arceastofengland.bsky.social #PPI #PPIE #PublicInvolvement #InvolveYoungPeople

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The Herts YPAG Christmas Party 2024 – post by Liv | Generation R

Young people improving research

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