2022-23 Dissertation Gallery
Take a look at what some of our 22-23 collaborators got up to
Short term research projects 2023-24
The Community Research Initiative started as a way for master's students to do something different with their dissertations.
Dissertation gallery 2023-24
Get inspired by a sample of collaborative dissertation projects from the class of '24
FAQs for new partners
FAQs for new organisational partnersWhat is the Community Research Initiative?The Community Res
Ways to engage
How can I engage?Get a group of students to support you with your data, evaluation or research needs
Our Impact
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An introduction to the Community Research Initiative
Doing something different with your dissertationAt the heart of the Community Research Initiative (or CRIS for short!) is the opportunity to carry out a collaborative disserta
"... this partnership made me feel braver about taking on other projects"
Laura from Coin Street shares her experience working with Empovthise UCL, a student-led project that focuses on improving
Community Research Initiative Showcase 2024
Community Research Initiative Showcase 2024: Creating Knowledge TogetherAt the Community Research Initiative (CRIS), we believe in the transformative power of collaboration.
How to run a more sustainable project?
Getting suppliesBuy less – before you buy new supplies, consider do you really need to? Some of things you might n
"... you can’t put a price on their intergenerational interaction."
We had a conversation with Linda, the Customer Partnerships and Sponsorship Manager at One Housing Care and Support.
Requirements of the Student-Led Volunteering Programme
Before you start delivering your Student-Led Project, please ensure that you read the points below to ensure that you comply with the requirements of the Student-Led Volunteering Programme and so that your Student-Led Project is covered by the Union&
Student-Led Projects Team – Service Standards
Thank you for volunteering with one of our Student-Led Projects.
Science Communication Slam: Finding Your Scientific Voice 
Throughout the month of May, the Students’ Union Volunteering service organised a series of dynamic training sessions to provide a crash course in effective science communication.
"Volunteering will prepare you in ways that you might not learn in the classroom"
We sat down to chat with Annalisa Kristoffersen, a MSc Public Policy student about her experience volunteering with
"I feel like my every effort and my patience was seen"
We sat down to have a chat with Lee Lin, a BA Education Studies student, on his experience with volunteering at
"It gives you a great sense of belonging."
"Having the opportunity to discuss art with like-minded people is really special."
"Everyone is so nice, and the environment is so great to work in."
"Volunteering enriches my experience in the UK."
"...it was a celebration of friendship, empowerment, and the joy of coming together as a community"
Spreading Cheer: A Day with UCL Lightning Helping Children Discover Cheerleading Student-Led Projectby
Community Awards 2024
On Thursday 30th June, we held our 2024 Community Awards in UCL’s Bloomsbury Theatre.
Summer Volunteering 2024
Looking for things to do in London this summer? Why not try out volunteering!Summer is a great time to get involved in something new.
"It is so amazing to see the children grow up and do something that they have never done before."
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