Thank you to all that attended #YPERN2025 and to those who left us feedback.

The conference brought together an inspiring mix of people interested in advancing evidence-based policy in our region.

If you attended and would like to share your experience of the day please email contact@y-pern.org.uk

"The message is clear: networks like Y-PERN are not just helpful—they’re essential. They enable collective action, deeper engagement, and better outcomes for all."

University of Huddersfield's Head of Policy Chris Hewson shares his insights from #YPERN2025 in our latest blog.
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How do we collaborate to tackle challenges?

In a video from #YPERN2025, Engagement Director Kersten discusses how Y-PERN is driving inclusive growth in the region and the huge opportunities that #Devolution presents to get academics & policymakers working together.

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At the #YPERN2025 conference, our Executive Director, Dr Peter O'Brien, explored the importance of place and partnership in driving policy change and how real-world #collaboration can drive #regionalgrowth.

Read more on this below and by following Y-PERN (‪@y-pern.bsky.social): bit.ly/4licVL1

We're delighted to present our #YPERN2025 conference video - hot from the videographers.

Can you spot yourself?

Two weeks ago, 200 people got together to discuss #policy, #people and #place and reflect on the last three years of Y-PERN's programme and the impact it has had.

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At #YPERN2025 we asked delegates to sum up in one word, what they see as the key opportunity for research-policy collaboration in a devolved Yorkshire.

This is what they said:

"Collaboration" and "skills" came out on top.

Do you agree with our delegates? Leave a comment below!

#YPERN2025 showcased the transformative power of devolution in Yorkshire & Humber!

Thanks to all that attended! Re-live the day here: lnkd.in/evG8xEW5

With 15,000 academics working together with policymakers, we're not just talking about collaboration – we're delivering it.

Policy challenge workshops were electric! ⚡

Academics, policymakers & other stakeholders from #YorkshireAndHumber collaborated on real regional challenges - collaborative problem-solving at its best.

The ideas emerging from these sessions could shape our future! #CollaborativeInnovation #YPERN2025

In our 2nd panel session at #YPERN2025 we discussed

- The importance of people, place and partnerships in driving policy change

- The value of the region's academics

- How to maximalise the opportunities to make better futures in #YorkshireAndHumber

And much more... #AcademicPolicyEngagement

Brilliant insights from our devolution session at #YPERN2025
We discussed:
- Opportunities for Mayors in #YorkshireAndHumber
- The need for local understanding
- The benefits of data
- Skills strategies and local business needs
- The importance of community-led research
Thanks to our speakers! 🙏

Powerful opening from #YPERN2025 Conference Chair Kersten England, alongside @tracybrabinmayorwy.bsky.social Prof Tim Thornton, Councillor Carole Pattison and Harpreet Uppal MP.

We're asking "how do we involve our communities to develop strategies for the best future for #YorkshireAndHumber?"

🎯 It's conference day! #YPERN2025 is kicking off at The @hudunipress.bsky.social

Ready to explore how devolution is reshaping university-policy collaboration across Yorkshire & Humber?

#YPERN2025 #AcademicPolicy #YorkshireDevolution #PolicyEngagement