Making research better
- Racially minoritised groups have historically been excluded by, and unethically treated in, health research.
- BRAG addresses this by working strategically, advising on inclusive approaches, providing training, and influencing governance and senior research leaders.
- Members also raise awareness of research within their communities.
Working with BRAG
The Group exerts strategic influence towards race equity, inclusion and effective community engagement in health research in Greater Manchester.
BRAG is facilitated by Vocal and supports researchers working within the NIHR Biomedical Research Centre: Manchester, the NIHR Clinical Research Facility: Manchester and other organisations.
BRAG's priorities include:
Working in partnership to embed racial equity in research and research involvement
Advising on inclusive practice across all elements of research
Supporting community engagement in research
BRAG was established in 2019, building on the Community Sandpit a two day event developed and delivered by Vocal in partnership with the Greater Manchester Black and Minority Ethnic Network.
BRAG’s focus is health research in Greater Manchester.
Find out more
Are you a Community Leader interested in joining BRAG? Email Sinduja Manohar on vocal@mft.nhs.uk
Are you a researcher interested in receiving advice from BRAG? Get in touch using the ‘Contact us’ button below. We encourage you to look at BRAG’s Top Tips for researchers before reaching out.
