Development Fund 2026

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The annual Public Engagement Development Fund is awarded to researchers who have considered how Public Engagement methodologies, activities and ideas could be brought to life and delivered as a route to research impact, involving the active participation of external individuals and communities in the co-creation of a project to generate relevant, mutually beneficial outcomes. 

Public Engagement Development Funded projects have also successfully contributed to strong REF impact case studies.

The Document Sharing section contains useful downloads to help with your application, including: guidelines, template application form and budget spreadsheet.

You can also use the Chatrooms to engage with potential collaborators and the Development Fund team to connect, ask questions and discuss proposals to the 2026 Public Engagement Development Fund.

Please be aware that this is an open group and discussions will be visible to all members of this site.

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