As part of the ESRC Festival of Social Sciences, there are some exciting free events for all the family to enjoy in the city this weekend.
Urban Extravaganza: The VR Experience Friday 10 November, 12-5pm, repeated on Saturday 11 November, 11am-3pm Winter Garden
This exciting hands-on event will showcase the origins and evolution of five cities (Sheffield, Edinburgh, Manhattan, Liverpool and Manchester) using virtual reality experiences. There will be two virtual reality headsets - one headset is bookable in advance and one headset will operate on a drop-in basis (please note, it may be necessary to queue). The virtual reality experience can be used by children aged 14+ or aged 8+ with parental agreement.
Feeling Good in a Green City Friday 10 November, 12-5pm, repeated on Saturday 11 November, 11am-3pm Winter Garden. Sheffield is one of Europe's greenest cities. People notice different kinds of nature around the city in different ways and not always the 'green' parts. For the first time, you will be able to hear the experiences of other residents of the city at an interactive listening post.
Nature and greenspace can improve our mental well-being. Researchers at the University of Sheffield's Landscape Department will offer you the chance to suggest your own creative ways to connect people with nature in Sheffield and contribute to the mental health of the city's residents.
Things about Clinical Audit...Clinical Audit Awareness Week is on the horizon (20th - 24th November) and as part of the SCH Trust's celebrations the Quality & Standards Dept are offering two 2.5hr Bitesize Introduction to Clinical Audit and Service Evaluation sessions. 21st Nov 10:00 - 12.30 24th Nov 14:00 - 16.30
Certificates of attendance will be produced for staff that can be used in portfolios, re-validations, etc. Please book via Learning & Development.
Things about gangs...
From the Children's commissioner is a review of the evidence on the subjective well-being of children involved in gangs in England. Children’s Voices: The Wellbeing of Children involved in Gangs in EnglandThings about clinical leadership...
This blog from the King's Fund - Clinical leadership – moving from good will to good practice - gives examples from the UK where clinical leadership has made a difference to improved services and quality of care.Things from NSPCC...
Ensuring children’s voices are heard in research
The NSPCC’s Impact and evidence series features a blog by Dr. Catherine Hamilton-Giachritsis, Reader in Clinical Psychology, University of Bath; Dr. Elly Hanson, Forensic Clinical Psychologist; and Pat Branigan, Development & Impact Manager at the NSPCC discussing the challenges presented by professional gatekeeping, and how to overcome them. Professional gatekeeping happens when professionals are reluctant to identify children and young people to take part in research, which prevents the young person from making an informed choice about whether to take part or not. Strategies to overcome professional gatekeeping include: engaging young people in participation groups and research advisory groups; engaging with practitioners; and finding routes directly to young people.
Impact of online and offline child sexual abuse: "Everyone deserves to be happy and safe"
The research team carried out interviews and questionnaires with a group of young people aged 15-19, who were recruited through the NSPCC, Childline and the National Crime Agency. The research focused on TA-CSA in particular, but sexual abuse often involves both offline and online contexts and environments. Professionals were asked how they perceive TA-CSA, and what impact they think it has on young people
Things to eat...A nice heart warming salmon dish chosen by Sarah this week ...Gratin of fresh & smoked salmon, beetroot, potatoes & dill
