How the public is shaping the programme

Millions of people from across the UK are joining Our Future Health, to help everyone live longer and healthier lives. Consequently, we believe it is crucial that we include the views of the public in every step our programme takes.

Members of the public, including our volunteers, are represented at multiple levels within our programme, from our governance to regular focus groups.  

At every level, we’re committed to ensuring that the voices of people from a wide range of backgrounds are represented. This includes:  

  • Minority ethnic groups  
  • UK regions & devolved nations  
  • People with low incomes/resources  

You can read about the work done by our Public Advisory Board, to see an example of how the public is helping to shape Our Future Health. 

Involvement Network

Our Involvement Network contributes to the ongoing design and delivery of our research programme and activities. Members of the Involvement Network include Our Future Health volunteers and members of the public. They support our teams through providing insights, opinions, and perspectives on various aspects of our work.
 
Members of the Involvement Network can take part in activities as individuals, such as interviews or questionnaires, or as part of a group that is convened for any specific activity, such as a workshop or a focus group, as and when the opportunities arise.
 
For more information about the Involvement Network, please contact info@ourfuturehealth.org.uk.

Key documents

Professor Karim Raza: ‘Our Future Health can be the next great success story’ 

As Our Future Health launches a hub in Birmingham, local rheumatology researcher and clinician Professor Karim Raza speaks about the game-changing power of our programme .