Co-producing a Community of Practice – Transforming wellbeing inequalities by building community assets
Research status: Open
Call Closes: 22/07/2026
About this research:
n this Policy Brief, we explain how we created a Community of Practice (CoP) and how it can be sustained. We show how the CoP’s focus on a local community’s wellbeing and building assets can transform inequalities in wellbeing by creating three fundamental shifts in practices.
Who is leading this work:
Lead organisation: eCulture Ltd
Organisation type: Independent Researcher
Who is being invited to take part:
Who this opportunity is aimed at:
  • VCSE organisations
  • Community groups
  • Residents
What participation involves:
  • Focus Groups
  • Co-design workshops
  • Longitudinal involvement
Time commitment: 1-2 hours per week for 10 weeks
Incentives or expenses: travel and subsisdence when approved in advance
Ethics and safeguarding
Safeguarding considerations: lots and lots
Ethical approval status: Approved

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