The Knowledge Exchange Circle is a new forum for knowledge exchange and co-production that aims to address social issues in East London and beyond.
We bring together community members, policymakers, and funders to learn about the role of Participatory Action Research (PAR) and create change.
Updates
May 24
Join us on Tuesday 28th May as we share the findings from the Emotional Support for Young People participatory action research project, in collaboration with @ThriveLDN and @HealthFdn. Hear directly from young people in Tower Hamlets about how has the cost of living crisis impacted young people an...Read more
May 22
How has the cost of living crisis impacted young people and their families? What solutions can tackle these issues and connect communities? Join us on Tuesday 28th May to hear directly from young people in Tower Hamlets who have trained as peer researchers to explore these important questions and ...Read more
Oct 4 2023
The next session is about power. Peer researchers discuss what works and what doesn't in terms of balancing power dynamics in creating social change. There can be power imbalances between young people and adults. Often, young people don't feel they can be in a room with adults and be respected and ...Read more
Oct 4 2023
Over the last 8 months, we have worked on developing solutions to issues such as employment, debt, and civic participation with the aim of addressing inequality. We did this by collaborating, sharing insights, and exploring innovative ideas together. Today, we share our learning and reflections from...Read more
Oct 4 2023
This morning is our final Knowledge Exchange Circle event. We are celebrating and reflecting on the conclusion of an 8-month journey of co-production between community members, community organisations, policymakers, and funders.