Research in Practice

We’re stepping away from X for the foreseeable future. The platform no longer aligns with our values or serves as an effective space to share our work. You can continue to follow our updates and insights on our website, LinkedIn or BlueSky

- Website: researchinpractice.org.uk - LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/resear… - BlueSky: bsky.app/profile/resear…

We’re stepping away from X for the foreseeable future. The platform no longer aligns with our values or serves as an effective space to share our work. You can continue to follow our updates and insights on our website, LinkedIn or BlueSky

National standards or clearly defined research governance and ethics frameworks for most research happening in local authorities do not currently exist. Explore findings from a project that aims to harness the power of research in local authorities. ow.ly/5K3450WRMO2

The emerging use of generative AI is changing the way social workers produce case recordings and make use of information. Hear a new open access podcast with the Children’s Information Project, exploring the use of generative AI in social work practice. ow.ly/7IBt50WQkp2

The window for all registered social workers to apply to renew their registration and submit their Continuing Professional Development (CPD) record is now open. Complete your renewal and registration ahead of the deadline on 30 November. ow.ly/OOBy50WP6R0

How can we ensure that people who draw on care and support are involved in decision-making? Explore the latest @researchIP resources to support good decision-making in adult social care, highlighting themes of co-production, equity and wellbeing. ow.ly/LIKT50WNvar

Join an open access webinar on 29 October that will explore effective support for parents during care proceedings and contact. This session will focus on the stories of parents with learning disabilities and learning difficulties. ow.ly/1L4n50WMLuK

How is artificial intelligence being used in social work education and practice? Join a webinar on 18 September that will explore findings from an upcoming @SocialWorkEng report, highlighting some of the benefits and risks of using AI in social care. ow.ly/spVA50WGwrz

We're aware some people taking part in racist protests targeting asylum seekers, refugees & migrants also claim to be working with us: this is false and we are appalled at the use of our name to promote something so completely at odds with our values. buff.ly/coxyenv

Great to see Dr Robbie Duschinsky's blog on a new approach to attachment theory published in @SocWorkToday 👇 The article on the proposed approach, which Robbie developed with social work educator Sarah Forster, was also supported by the National Children's Bureau.

What does safeguarding mean? 🤔 Ever wondered how adult social care works or what your rights are? Brief Guides from Research in Practice explain key topics in plain English. 📘 Short, clear, accessible Link in comments 👇 #AdultSocialCare #Safeguarding #Carers @researchIP

How can we improve support for children and young people in care? Explore Research in Practice resources to support collaborative, trauma-informed and effective practice. ow.ly/6WFS50WI7N9

Dr Robbie Duschinsky, who co-led work on the paper highlights the eight core concepts for attachment theory in a new blog. researchinpractice.org.uk/children/news-…

Attachment theory is complex, and has developed significantly over the years. New research explores the importance of re-evaluating our approaches to attachment theory. ncb.org.uk/about-us/media…

Promoting a positive sense of self in children and young people can help them to feel empowered and take ownership of their narratives. View @ResearchIP resources to support the identity development of children and young people. #InternationalYouthDay. ow.ly/SZQS50WEntI

Take part in research conducted by @ncbtweets on reunification interventions and practice. Your experiences and views will help to shape a new @FoundationsWW Practice Guide that aims to improve support for families with reunification.

Social care practitioners play an important role in supporting children and young people to develop a positive sense of self. Explore @researchIP resources to support children’s identity development for #InternationalYouthDay. ow.ly/zgYN50WEnm9

Crazy 3 days on the road I. #Lincoln and then #Sheffield met with 200 social workers and had a really good chat with them and some quality time. One the highlights has got to be meeting @researchIP had my daughter with me as well

@LouiseLiversid3 @researchIP Research in practice have been a great support for the voice of lived experience when they don’t have to be they’ve chosen to include which we will be for ever greatfull for x

At Research in Practice we are dedicated to developing learning resources that meet the needs of our Partnership network. Tell us what learning resources are needed to support you and your organisation by completing a short survey. ow.ly/ph7E50WzZMS