Join us for a day of celebrating and showcasing amazing research! When: 6th November, 9:30 am - 16:00 PM. Where: York CVS, Priory Street, YO1 6ET.

EDIP facts and figures! We are coming to the end of the EDIP project. Here are some facts and figures about the amazing participants, study results and how the study was run. #mentalhealthresearch #NHS #Research #YoungPeople

Help us celebrate Makaton Awareness Day! 🎉 Makaton is a unique language tool that uses signs and symbols to help people communicate. It gives a voice to those who may struggle with speech, allowing them to connect with the world around them. #MakatonAwarenessDay #Inclusion #Communication #Makaton

Explore how digital participation can amplify disabled children and young people’s voices in decision-making at the next #MakingParticipationWork Community of Practice! 🗓️ 17 July, 10:00–13:00, online Register now: buff.ly/Wp2mX7g

Find out more and register here: bepartofresearch.nihr.ac.uk

As the end of the school year approaches, many young people and families will be thinking about what’s next - a new school, college, first job. Over the coming weeks, we’ll be talking more about preparation for adulthood, sharing real-life stories and helpful guidance.

💭 How can cities help children thrive? Start with play. Our latest blog reflects on a recent event with the Inclusive Playscape team, exploring how to design streets, parks & public spaces with and for children. As playful cities = healthier, happier cities. 👉 medium.com/policy-leeds...

Happy Autistic Pride Day! Today, we celebrate Autistic identities, strengths, and community. Let's champion a world of acceptance, understanding, and pride. #AutisticPrideDay #NeurodiversityCelebration #BeYourself #Pride #nhs #research

We're looking for families to join a public involvement group for the CONIFAS2 study. These will be fun workshops at the York library. Contact Ellen at [email protected] or 07870992859 to find out more!

Our Co-Director Emma Davidson is speaking at a social policy seminar on youth employment! 📆Monday 23rd June 🕑10.30am-12pm 📍EFI, room 4.35 Book and find out more here: edin.ac/43BiyN1 @edfuturesinstitute.bsky.social @uoe-sps.bsky.social @haylesben.bsky.social #AcademicSky

May is Walking Month so the COMIC team are taking part in a team step challenge! In the first 2 weeks we have walked 969,456 steps as a team - that's approximately 484.7 miles!

😤 We refuse to be left behind in the mental health conversation. This #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek, we're raising awareness of the realities of living with a mental illness. Help us turn awareness into action 👉 rethink.org/mhaw

We really enjoyed having a stall yesterday at AWARE’s world autism acceptance day event! We love hearing updates from other teams and making new connections. Click the link to learn more about our neurodiversity studies! www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/com...

Research Ready Schools! We are kicking off another half term with Year 2, here is a flash back to our visit to Year 4. The Research Ready Schools Programme introduces children to the importance of mental health and research to support it.

Today is Social Prescribing Day! At COMIC, we have used social prescribing for a few interventions, notably our Safety Nets study, aimed to help young people on CAMHS waiting lists. Click the link for more info! www.leedsandyorkpft.nhs.uk/research/com...