International centre for Applied Research with children, young people, pregnant women and families: iCARE
As a research centre, iCARE acts as a leading hub for academics, clinicians, community partners, researchers, and service users to share expertise and lead research collaborations. The research centre spans primary, secondary, and tertiary health care as well as social care, education, and a range of academic disciplines, with strong links with leading external organisations in the UK and globally. iCARE works closely and collaboratively with key stakeholders including children and young people, parents, family members, charities, advocacy networks, and other organisations to develop and conduct impactful research influencing policy and practice in the UK and beyond.
iCARE is focused on range of thematic areas where we have genuine expertise, and research which responds to the needs of individuals and communities and makes a difference locally, nationally, and internationally.
- Improving maternal health and well-being.
- Improving child health literacy
- Improving physical health, development and wellbeing of children through physical activity
- Improving the lives of children with complex care needs and disabilities
- Improving children’s mental health and wellbeing
- Improving outcomes for children and young people in receipt of specialist social work and/or education services.
