News and Blogs

The York Policy Engine was thrilled to host a special ‘Catalyst’ event at York’s fabulous Guildhall on Tuesday 10 February, in what was an evening charged with energy, passion, and ambition.

The new Social Change Catalyst Blog for February 2026, comes from Jeremy Moulton, Senior Lecturer for the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of York

In this blog, Dr Amy Barnes writes about her work with local government and the research which can shape policy issues for local communities. The article focuses on a recent project with the Bradford Health Determinants Research Collaboration (HDRC) which drew on the experience of local residents to help inform policy on climate issues.

In this blog, Vasia Passaris, a Senior Policy Advisor with our partners at the Open Innovation Team, reflects on a recent Storytelling for Policy session held here at York

In this blog, senior policy advisor in the Department for Education (DfE), Iain Cuthbert, shares his experience of participating in the Open Innovation Policy Fellowship scheme.

The new Social Change Catalyst Blog for January 2026, comes from Helen Barnard, Director of Policy, Research and Impact, Trussell

In this new blog, Dr. Sarah Forbes, academic researcher at the University of York School for Business and Society, shares her experience and advice for academics looking to make policy impact with their research.