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Online Workshop - Introduction to Public and Patient Involvement

22 Apr 2026
Happening On 20/01/2027

This two-hour workshop will introduce the fundamentals of Public and Patient Involvement (PPI), explore why and when to involve patients and the public in research, and provide practical examples of PPI in action. No prior knowledge or experience of PPI is required.

What to expect:

  • Get to know fellow attendees while exploring the importance of “warming up the room” in PPI settings.

  • PPI fundamentals: Learn what PPI is (and what it is not), and understand the differences between involvement, participation and engagement.

  • Why and when to involve the public: Explore different approaches to PPI, practical examples and relevant theoretical frameworks.

  • Real-world case studies: Discover examples of PPI in practice, including work from the IDEAS study. 

  • Interactive group discussion: Apply your learning by developing a PPI strategy using the “5 W's” of Involvement framework.

Attendance is free, but registration is required. Please register to secure your place.

PPI Ignite Network@UCC

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4th Floor Western Gateway Building, University College Cork, T12 XF62

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