What is a research advisory group, and why should I get involved? A research advisory group is made up of people with lived experience who work alongside researchers to help guide and shape a project. By getting involved, you’ll have the chance to: · Influence how the research is designed and carried out —especially research focused on the views of speech and language therapy colleagues, children, and young people. · Be part of a co-productive approach , where researchers and participants work together as equal partners. · Connect with others who care about similar issues. · Learn more about how research works and how your insights can make it better. Research is stronger and more meaningful when the people it affects are involved in shaping it - and that’s exactly what advisory groups are for. Wh...
WAIT-UP SLT is a research project that seeks to understand experiences of waiting within children's speech and language therapy services in England, specifically looking at the perspectives of a) speech and language therapy teams, b) parents and caregivers and c) children and young people. I will be using this blog to share views, news and updates, as well as to connect with others who might be interested in this topic. All opinions are my own.