Engaged Futures - Catalyst Group

With rapidly changing expectations about the role of knowledge creation in society, as well as the significant financial uncertainty faced by the sector, the NCCPE are inviting people to join us in imagining new futures for the higher education sector in the UK.  

Over the next 18 months we will be working to consider all aspects of the system – from the funding it receives; the ways universities organise themselves; the people and communities involved; the practices people are involved in; and shifts in wider society that impact the work of the higher education sector. 

Together we will imagine futures for the sector where knowledge is built openly and inclusively; re-imagine the role and position of universities in knowledge production; and explore the actions needed to realise these futures.  

We want to work with people who are committed to being catalysts for change – who will not only help us to envisage a more inclusive future but also drive change. 

Together we will imagine futures for the sector where knowledge is built openly and inclusively; re-imagine the role and position of universities in knowledge production; and explore the actions needed to realise these futures.

If you choose to sign up, there will be lots of ways of being involved which we outline below. We want to be as flexible as possible, to suit your preferences and availability. But what we will ask of our Catalyst Group members is that you commit to learning alongside other participants, sharing your insights and expertise, and taking relevant actions in your own area of work. 
 

Once you have joined the Catalyst network, we’ll keep in regular touch to let you know about ways to get actively involved. These could include: contributing to consultation events, reviewing resources, action orientated working groups, and research. Most of the work will take place online and participation is free. 

You get to choose what to get involved in. Depending on the commitments you take on, there will be the possibility of applying for a bursary to support participation e.g. to cover caring costs or travel. 

We value and encourage representation of anyone interested in this work. Read our inclusion statement below 

Please help us and share this call with any people and groups you think should be contributing towards generating the kind of positive change that the sector needs. 

Engaged Futures is funded by UKRI, Research England, Wellcome, SFC, Medr, and DfENI.