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Oxford Policy Engagement Network (OPEN)

The Oxford Policy Engagement Network enables research and public policy to join forces to address some of the world’s biggest challenges.

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OPEN opportunities

Discover how policy professionals can collaborate with Oxford researchers through mutual learning opportunities, funding schemes, and other development projects. 

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OPEN impact

Oxford’s researchers and academics have a wealth of experience in engaging with policymakers and contributing to policy impact. Learn about some of their experiences and approaches here.

Since its launch in 2020, OPEN has grown to include research professionals and students in more than 50 departments and faculties, as well as policy professionals in Oxford, across Whitehall and the UK, and around the world. 

Through collaborative projects, fellowships, and knowledge exchange activities, our academics connect regularly with policy professionals at local, regional, national, and international levels. Our researchers bring their expertise to real-world policy challenges through joining governmental and parliamentary groups of experts, and contributing to policy briefings, inquiries and consultations. 

Policy professionals can explore the routes to engaging with our researchers on our Opportunities page. You can also sign up to The Oxford Briefing, a monthly, personalised round-up of the latest policy-relevant research, news, and opportunities from across the University of Oxford.

You can follow OPEN on LinkedIn and Bluesky. And, if you'd like to speak to our team directly, email us at [email protected]. 

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