Oxford Policy Engagement Network (OPEN)

The Oxford Policy Engagement Network (OPEN) enables research and policy professionals to join forces in shaping public policy that protects what is valuable and changes the world for the better.

Since its launch in 2020, the network 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.

Find out more about policy engagement at Oxford here. Policy professionals can 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 also follow OPEN on LinkedIn and Bluesky. Read our 2025 Annual Report.

Join OPEN!

If you’re a researcher, doctoral student or member of the professional services staff at Oxford with a passion for public policy, you can join OPEN.

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Researcher Stories: Policy Engagement

Oxford’s researchers and academics have a wealth of experience in engaging with policymakers and contributing to policy impact. This film series showcases what they have learned.

OPEN Strategy

The OPEN Strategy 2025-30

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OPEN Fellowships

Find our more about OPEN Fellowships and meet some of our current and past OPEN Fellows.

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Opportunities and resources

Discover policy engagement opportunities, funding calls, guidance and resources, and training and development opportunities for researchers and academics at the University of Oxford.

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Our Visiting Fellowships

The OPEN Visiting Fellowship is a mutual learning and development opportunity for research and policy professionals.