Why Engage?

There are many reasons to take part in a public engagement activity that might benefit your research project, and your own career. These are just some of the benefits and reasons to engage:

• Share your work and learning with the wider world
• To stay in tune with local and ethical concerns
• Opportunity to network across different disciplines
• Increase the impact of your research
• Improve communication and other transferable skills, such as project management and leadership
• Engagement can generate unforeseen outcomes, such as  creativity and innovation