We believe that research should be shaped by the communities we serve.
That’s why we want you, your friends and community groups to get involved in our work.
By giving us your views, and sharing your experiences, you can influence the way health conditions are diagnosed and treated.
We’re always looking for people to:
- Join focus groups about planned research
- Take part in panels that help manage research
- Become a Public Research Champion
- Fill out surveys or questionnaires
- Expenses and refreshments are usually available and sometimes there is an incentive for helping out.
If you choose to get involved, either individually or as part of your community group, you’ll get to hear about all of our activities and choose which you would like to take part in.
To do so, please sign up using the form at the top of the page, or contact the Public Involvement Team on uhl-tr.nihrleicesterppiemailbox@nhs.net.
What do our public contributors have to say?
Who are we?
Jeev Gunasekera- Public Involvement Manager
I have qualification in MBBS, MSc and MD in Community Medicine and my expertise lies in medicine, psychiatry, public health, and strategic health communications.
I aim to transfer my clinical, research, and creative skills to enhance PPIE in research. I am a strong advocate for multi-stakeholder involvement and the power of community mobilization for co-production in Patient and Public Involvement.
Ayo Ogunbuyide- Community Engagement Manager
I am the Community Engagement Manager for Leicester Biomedical Research Centre. I have a qualification in Youth and Community Leadership with some experience within the Public and third sector Organizations. I am passionate about ensuring our world-class research in Leicester BRC reflects the local demography of Leicester and with people with lived experience of multiple long-term conditions.
Jo Bell- Public Involvement Coordinator
I have an MSc in Psychological Well-Being and was introduced to the world of Public involvement whilst working on a research project. I saw first-hand how talking to people with lived experience helped shaped the project and I want to continue this within the BRC to make sure our research reflects the needs of the people it impacts.
We use creative activities to bring people together, making discussions about health more engaging, and encouraging participation in research. Such as our weekly Dance & Health sessions in Belgrave.
Working with Groups and Events
If you are looking for a speaker or someone to attend an event please contact us on the details above and we will do our best to help.
Hearing from our Partners
If you’re interested in hearing about research across Leicester’s Hospitals, you can sign up to Leicester’s Research Registry. You’ll receive updates on new studies looking for participants, opportunities to help design and shape studies, and events open to the public.
