Work with us

We are building a network of professionals to work with us to improve children’s futures. 

We work closely with children and young people to listen to their views and experiences, and involve them in the research and policy work that will affect their lives. 

Become a member of the Institute for Children’s Futures

Academics

Our mission is to build a research community that provides strong support for evidence-based policy and practice.

Doctoral students

We want to grow our doctoral community. If you would like to explore a research question or issue relating to children and young people, you can complete a doctoral degree with us.

Policymakers

Our research informs policymaking to create better outcomes for children and young people. Our aim is to empower children for a better future through research and impact.

Children’s charities

We can translate complex research evidence to help inform the knowledge and skills of your workforce.

Children’s workforce members

We have significant experience of working across all sectors of the children’s workforce, including: 

• education
• social work
• health professionals 
• psychologists 
• criminal justice 
• charities and the voluntary third sector 

Our work involves evaluating services and programmes, creating collaborative partnerships, and developing and delivering education and training.