Events and training
Past events Upcoming events
Joined-Up Sustainability Transformations: Mapping the current landscape
4 March 2026 @ 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Join us and the JUST Centre to explore the actions contributing to joined-up sustainability transformations (JUST) in the North of England and beyond.
Civic Impact Dashboard user-testing webinar
4 March 2026 @ 11:00am - 12:00pm
Help shape a dashboard supporting universities to take a more data-driven approach to creating positive civic impact.
Community involvement in place-based research
10 February 2026 @ 10:30am - 12:00pm
Join this online seminar bringing together researchers and practitioners to discuss fair, meaningful, and rewarding community participation in place-based research.
Redefining roles: Building postgraduate capacity for community engagement
14 January 2026 @ 9:30am - 3:00pm
Join this in-person event of talks, interactive workshops and networking opportunities to showcase the work of Undisciplined Spaces
Where should we put our energy (transition)?
17 December 2025 @ 11:00am - 12:00pm
A webinar developing a bespoke and place-specific approach to reaching net zero
Hive Minds: Exploring participatory research
4 November 2025 @ 10:00am - 1:00pm
Develop knowledge, and connect with others interested in participatory research. Hosted by RFA in partnership with The Young Foundation.
Building practice for a JUST future
7 October 2025 @ 12:30pm - 2:00pm
In this online session, we will activate the power of participation to tackle social, political and environmental challenges, mobilising communities of practice to create a just, sustainable future.
Supporting young people away from violence
24 September 2025 @ 4:15pm - 5:30pm
At this exclusive showcase, the Peer Action Collective (PAC) will unveil key research findings. Join us to explore the systems and support young people need to stay safe from involvement in violence.
Social mobility symposium: challenging conventions
15 September 2025 @ 9:15am - 5:00pm
Our Interim Director of Sustainability and Just Transition, Julie McLaren, will chair a panel discussion, ‘Shaping a fairer future: green skills and capabilities for a just transition’
International Launch of the JUST Centre - Joining Up for a Just Future
15 July 2025 @ 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Join the international launch of the JUST Centre, accelerating research-informed action on sustainability.
Civic Impact Dashboard user feedback event
1 July 2025 @ 11:00am - 12:30pm
Join our civic impact dashboard design team to share your views and help us develop the prototype, ready for final launch at the CiviCon25 conference in October.
Climate Outreach at London Climate Action Week
24 June 2025 @ 11:00am - 5:00pm
Attendees at our co-hosted event will work to shape and drive delivery of the government’s Public Participation Strategy for Net Zero