Time | 9am – 5.30pm
Join us for a one-day national event focused on building a culture of meaningful public involvement and engagement (PIE) in data and statistics. The PEDRI Forum 2026 will bring together researchers, analysts, engagement practitioners, policymakers and public contributors.
This event will spotlight inclusive and impactful approaches to engaging the public with data research, aligned with our Good Practice Standards. Through talks, workshops and interactive sessions, we’ll explore what good PIE practice looks like and create space for sharing experiences across the sector.
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Why attend?
The PEDRI Forum 2026 is designed with connection, collaboration and inspiration in mind. You can expect:
- Thought-provoking sessions with a range of speakers tackling some of the big questions in PIE
- Opportunities to showcase your work in dedicated spaces
- A chance to connect with others in the data research and statistics community, including researchers, charities, research organisations, data owners and members of the public
Who should attend?
This event is open to people interested in shaping better, more inclusive approaches to engaging the public in data research and statistics.
Submit your proposal
We are now inviting presentation proposals for the PEDRI Forum 2026 and are keen to hear from people working across data research, statistics, AI, data governance and public engagement.
For full information about proposal themes, submission guidelines and how to submit is available on this page.
Deadline: 9am on Monday 8 June 2026
Registration
Registration will open soon.
Registration includes lunch and refreshments throughout the day.
PEDRI is hosted by Health Data Research UK (HDR UK) which is a registered charity, and we will not make a profit on this event. Registration fees help us to cover costs associated with the event.
Ticket pricing
Ticket: £180
Bursaries: We are offering a small number of bursaries for public contributors, students and early-career researchers who would not otherwise be able to attend the PEDRI Forum. Information on how to apply will be shared once registration opens.
Register your interest to be the first to receive updates on the programme, speakers and booking.
Our sponsors
With thanks to our Platinum sponsors:
With thanks to our Gold sponsors:
With thanks to our Silver sponsors:
If your organisation is interested in sponsoring the PEDRI Forum 2026, please reach out to the team at pedriforum@gmail.com to arrange an introductory meeting. In this meeting, we will provide more information on what sponsorship involves to allow you to make an informed decision.
More information on registration and the event programme coming soon.
Have a question? Reach out to the team at pedriforum@gmail.com.
