SOUTH WEST LONDON
RESEARCH SUPPORT
NETWORK

A network to support local communities and voluntary sector organisations harness the power of research

What is the South West London Research Support Network?

The South West London (SWL) Research Support Network, established by the NHS South West London Integrated Care System, is a collaborative initiative to empower local communities and voluntary organisations to conduct their own research.

Through a series of relaxed network meetings, members can engage in mutual learning opportunities with a diverse group of researchers and community members. This informal setting encourages open dialogue and the sharing of ideas, making it easier to change insights into various research methodologies and best practices.

In addition to exchanging knowledge with experienced community members and researchers, members will also have the chance to network with peers, which can lead to the formation of collaborative relationships and partnerships.

Who can become a member?

Whether you’re a seasoned researcher, a community leader, or just starting out on your journey in research, the network welcomes individuals from all backgrounds. 

This includes, but is not limited to:

  • Researchers
  • Voluntary sector representatives
  • Community-based organisations

You must be operating in one of the South London boroughs of Kingston, Richmond, Wandsworth, Merton, Sutton and Croydon to be eligible for the network.

If you’re curious to learn more about research and contribute to the collective knowledge and benefit of your community, the South West London Research Support Network is for you.

Upcoming Events

Where to Find Data for Community and Voluntary Organisations

28 January 2025, 10:00 – 13:00, Oru Sutton
Join this South West London Research Support Network event to discover key health and wellbeing data sets to shape services and beyond.

Finding the right data to support your VCSE organisation’s goals can be challenging. Where do you look? How can you analyse huge data sets to drill down to what you need or even start to compare against your own data. This South West London Research Support Network Cafe aims to reduce this overwhelm and provide a supportive space to explore a range of data sources relevant to your work.

Join the session

Past events

Explore some of the previous networking cafes hosted by the South West London Research Support Network.

Plus, gain access to the knowledge banks made available to attendees after each session.

Visit past events

Contact the South West London Research Support Network team

If you have any further queries about involvement or collaborations, please email the South West London Health Improvement Team at [email protected]

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