The York Policy Engine
The York Policy Engine (TYPE) connects people, ideas and evidence to drive policy change in the pursuit of public good. We offer dedicated support, targeted at the academic-policymaker interface to facilitate the use of research evidence generated at York to drive real world changes in policy and practice.
Our key areas of focus are to:
- offer training and capacity building activities which highlight the benefits of policy engagement and offer opportunities for academics, professional services and PhD students at York to build their skills to effectively engage with policymakers
- offer a platform to facilitate and identify routes to influence for the use of our research evidence to relevant policymakers locally, nationally, and internationally
- build a network of policy active professionals, external partnerships and networks to facilitate engagement to respond to the needs of policymakers
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York Policy Academy 2025/26 - Applications now open
The York Policy Academy provides interactive, expert-led workshops which aim to enhance participants' understanding of policy engagement, expand their networks, and increase their impact by connecting them with civic and political leaders. The Policy Academy is open to staff members from all faculties, departments, and directorates at York. Those interested in policy engagement as part of their work, including teaching, research, and professional services staff, are encouraged to apply. Applications close at 5pm Tuesday, 22nd July.
Training, Policy Engagement and Collaboration
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Cost of Living research group
The Cost of Living research group brings together expertise from across the University to focus on the drivers of the cost of living, and its impact on the wellbeing of people and communities.
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