Join us for a one-day event focused on building a culture of meaningful public involvement and engagement in data research and statistics.

Join the Public Engagement in Data Research Initiative (PEDRI) for a one-day event focused on building a culture of meaningful public involvement and engagement (PIE) in data research and statistics. The PEDRI Forum 2026 will bring together researchers, analysts, engagement practitioners, policymakers and public contributors.

This event will spotlight inclusive and impactful approaches to engaging the public with data research, aligned with our Good Practice Standards. Through talks, workshops and interactive sessions, we’ll explore what good PIE practice looks like and create space for sharing experiences across the sector.

Why attend?

The PEDRI Forum 2026 is designed with connection, collaboration and inspiration in mind. You can expect:

Thought-provoking sessions with a range of speakers tackling some of the big questions in PIE

Opportunities to showcase your work in dedicated spaces

A chance to connect with others in the data research and statistics community, including researchers, charities, research organisations, data owners and members of the public.

Who should attend?

This event is open to those interested in shaping better, more inclusive approaches to engaging the public in data research and statistics.

Programme overview

You can find the event programme on our website: PEDRI Forum 2026 - PEDRI

Information on registration

Registration includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day.

PEDRI is hosted by Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) which is a registered charity, and we will not make a profit on this event. Registration fees help us to cover costs associated with the event.

Tickets

Ticket prices are £150 + VAT (£180 total)

A receipt will be provided with your confirmation email. PLEASE NOTE we are not able to provide VAT invoices.

Bursaries

We are offering a limited number of bursaries to support attendance at the PEDRI Forum 2026. These are intended to help cover the ticket fees, travel and/or accommodation costs for public contributors, students and early career researchers (ECRs) who may not otherwise be able to attend.

Applications for bursaries has now closed.

For the HDR UK expenses policy, click here - https://shorturl.at/wPQ34.

With thanks to our PLATINUM sponsors;

DARE UK

With thanks to our GOLD sponsors;

ABPI

With thanks to our SILVER sponsors;

UK Health Data Research Alliance

ADR UK / ESRC

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