Northern Ireland Social Care Council Consultation - Social Work and Social Care Research, Evidence, Innovation and Improvement Strategy - 2026

Thank you for engaging within this survey for the draft social work and social care research strategy for NI. This is a pivotal strategy that will shape the future of social work and social care evidence informed research in Northern Ireland for the next five years. It focuses on enhancing research and evidence innovation, and importantly, cultivate a culture of curiosity and critical thinking in those involved in research whether they are social workers or social care practitioners, from across a range of organisations and sectors, including other related professions, academics, people with lived experience and carers.

Please read the following statement before you choose to begin:

“I confirm that I have read and understood the information sheet for this study, I understand that my participation is voluntary, that all responses are anonymous, and that results will be stored securely for a maximum of 3 years. Information I provide may be summarised and used in the research strategy and associated reporting. As my responses are anonymous, it will not be possible to remove my responses once they are submitted.”