Cath Dillon

Research and evaluation consultancy, support and training (especially culture and heritage); Owner Briest Dillon Ltd.

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

In this blog post Lee Chan, Insight Lead at the government agency UKHSA, reflects on her experience of moving to a flexible work arrangement called term-time working.
https://t.co/vinNip7k1A
#Flexibleworking #SocialResearch

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

In this post, Abbie Collins, a Social Science Research Officer at the FSA, shares the key lessons learned by the FSA through the delivery of a mixed methods research project with under-represented groups.
@foodgov

https://t.co/xQx1evQmwm

#SocialResearch #SRABlog

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

@CaroleBromley1 Ah thanks! And to you too x

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

Wishing all clients, colleagues and friends a restful festive break, and I look forward to connecting again in 2024.

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

In this blog @CarolineLenette tells us why she created an Anti-Colonial research library and how she hopes the website will become a research resource that will continue to grow through collective effort.

https://t.co/BROCl1FEw0

#SocialResearch #SRABlog

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

Would you like to start the New Year with a blog post? It's time to start planning now! @TheSRAOrg blog is a research methods and research practice focused blog. Send a proposal now to [email protected] in time for us to publish in early 2024.

https://t.co/nHz1NNeEUi

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

A call for board members for a new Journal of Creative Research Methods

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

In this #SRABlog post, creative research methods expert @drHelenKara explains why she is founding a new academic journal – and why it is not only for academics.

https://t.co/AhXFWGnxzS

#SocialResearch #CreativeMethods

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

You have probably heard the saying “a picture is worth a thousand words”. But what about a story? How much is a story worth when understanding the impact of your work? Kandy Sisya (NSPCC) introduces the use of storytelling within Transformative Evaluation.
https://t.co/l9wze6JAMh

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

Anne Cunliffe discusses research findings on wellbeing in market & social research. She shares her own experiences & discusses how to reach a feeling of psychological safety at work & what employers can do to foster a supportive culture.
https://t.co/fjSbz2LyYT
#MentalHealth

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

Thank you for this personal post @authenticlea lots in there for parents, managers and colleagues to take away.

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

In this SRA Blog, Leanne Taylor tackles the challenges of juggling single parenting, personal vulnerability, and professional growth in the field of social research. Check out her story here:

https://t.co/x4oUsYjNc3

#SocialResearch #Parenting #Careers

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

My cat will be managing the kitty at Heptonstall Museum bookstall this weekend....

[Heptonstall Museum @MuseumFriends]

This weekend we’ll be having another of our popular CD/DVD sales on Saturday and Sunday, Scarf the cat will likely be finding a new read from our book sale. Open 11 to 4:30pm - pop along for a mooch/stroke/bargain

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

Here, Emma Wincup, a Qualitative Insight Manager based at the Joseph Rowntree Foundation (@JRF_UK), highlights the value of collaborating with people with lived experience of poverty on JRF’s cost-of-living tracker project.
@DrEWincup
#SocialResearch #Blog
https://t.co/tweasuv3CL

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

Thank you @hsyyed88

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

In this blog Huda Syyed (hsyyed88) discusses how reflexivity and positionality allow researchers to approach sensitive topics such as female genital mutilation with careful thought and self-awareness.
https://t.co/GTJ2DUCiT9

#SocialResearch

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

Very useful blog from @margeainsley thank you!

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

Cultural organizations often feel pressured to gather lots of data due to funding agreements, falling into the trap of chasing figures rather than prioritizing care. Here, @margeainsley reflects on how the sector can take more care in gathering data
https://t.co/Pq23rOyEFw

[JMc @JohnMcArts]

We've set up a register for those interested in freelancing for @bradford2025 UK City of Culture;

Take a look and fill in the form, if this sounds up your street!

https://t.co/9j0BuE2N8S

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

@MuseumFriends @ElmetTrustUK @DrLindaMaynard Such a queen! 😅

[Social Research Assn @TheSRAOrg]

Check out Fatima Gondal's #blogpost on the Bee Counted project from @YouthFocusNW! Find out how Young Inspectors like her are making a difference to health services in Greater Manchester.
https://t.co/xFBNX8AVPY
#SocialResearch

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

Bumper crop of goosehogs, but....ow

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

@rebechuana @JohnMcArts @margeainsley @TheSRAOrg @UKevaluation @SRANorth Not a network but very useful, @culturebriefs circulate a weekly subscription list of ITTs/freelance opportunities in the cultural sector.

[Cath Dillon @DillonResearch]

@rebechuana @JohnMcArts @margeainsley @TheSRAOrg @UKevaluation @SRANorth SRA also have a jobs board, and a linkedin group for independent/freelance researchers which circulates ITTs etc.: https://t.co/4K3zPoB773