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Dear Colleague
In this month’s newsletter, we have a busy schedule of events lined up, including workshops on writing for policy and using creative tools for policymaking. Don't miss the Interdisciplinary Sandpit Event, hosted by the Law School and MetroPolis, which is coming soon and will be an exciting opportunity to explore cross-faculty research and policy impact - perfect for developing new connections, funding bids and potential REF impact case studies!
We are also on the lookout for the next Chancellor’s Fellow to use their research to help influence policymaking in the UK and overseas. Could the Chancellor's Fellowship be right for you? Read on to find out more and learn how to apply. In other news, we were delighted to welcome back former MP Huw Edwards (MBE), who shared valuable insights in his recent policy training session with Manchester Met researchers. If you would like some bespoke support, our external experts Showrunner Communications are still offering their 1-1 policy coaching sessions. Don't miss their upcoming training workshop on writing for policy and building your profile as a researcher.
Looking ahead, we will soon have exciting news to share regarding the re-release of MetroPolis Magazine, along with further details of our plans for the summer, including conferences and high-profile speaker events. More information will be available in the next issue, so stay tuned!
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We can now share full details of how our newest Chancellor's Fellows will be shaping policy in the UK and overseas. Read here to find out more...
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We were delighted to welcome back Huw Edwards (MBE) who delivered a training session on how researchers can engage with Parliament, with special guest Dr Jasmine Hearn.
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We have extended our collaboration with Showrunner to offer Manchester Met researchers more policy coaching opportunities. Find out more here.
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Date/time: Wednesday 12th March 2025 14:00-15:00
Info: An interdisciplinary sandpit event open to academics across Manchester Met, to support cross faculty research and policy collaboration.
Date/time: Wednesday 19th March 2025 14:00-16:00
Info: Join Mark Fuller (Showrunner Communications) for an interactive online session on how to write for policy stakeholders.
Date/time: Thursday 22nd May 2025 12:00-15:00
Info: A new policy-focused workshop from MetroPolis with Professor Chris Fox and David Adams-Guppy, exploring new tools and methodologies being used to to inform policy.
Date/time: Thursday 3rd July 09:00-17:00
Info: A policy summit organised by CLES and hosted by MetroPolis, to present and share the latest ideas on delivering positive change for local communities.
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We offer a number of routes for enhancing the policy impact of your research. You can apply for support through the links below. To find out which is the most suitable for your work, or for more tailored support, please reach out to the MetroPolis team.
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The Chancellor’s Fellowship: Our prestigious MetroPolis Chancellor's Fellowship scheme offers high-quality researchers from Manchester Met placements with policy organisations including government departments, charities and think tanks.
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Rapid Funding Scheme: A quick turnaround funding scheme for a range of activities to enhance the policy impact of research including events, travel, networking and (non academic) publications.
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1-1 Policy Coaching: A one-to-one service for support with your pathways to policy impact delivered by Showrunner Communications, who are experts in public policy.
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Visual generative AI is more than just a technological novelty—it poses a serious threat to truth, misinformation, and public trust. In this month's blog, Dr Adi Kuntsman, a researcher at Manchester Metropolitan University, explores the dangers of AI-generated deepfakes, their impact on society, and the urgent need for researchers and policymakers to develop visual AI literacy to counter the spread of "synthetic" media. |
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We are pleased to welcome Professor Michelle McManus, pictured above, at the recent launch for the Institute of Children's Futures, as our latest Chancellor’s Fellow.
Michelle’s research focuses on child exploitation, domestic abuse, and serious youth violence. She has extensive experience working across various governmental agencies and a proven track record in shaping policy related to policing and law enforcement. As a Chancellor’s Fellow, Michelle will collaborate with the College of Policing to support their Vulnerability Knowledge and Practice Programme (VKPP). This programme works alongside the National Police Chiefs' Council's (NPCC) leads for Violence and Public Protection and Violence Against Women and Girls portfolios to enhance policing responses, reduce threats and harm, and improve outcomes for victims.
We are thrilled to award Professor Michelle McManus the Chancellor’s Fellowship, and we look forward to following her achievements and celebrating her successes throughout her fellowship.
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