The York Policy Engine
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Welcome to The York Policy Engine
The York Policy Engine (TYPE) connects people, ideas and evidence to drive policy change in the pursuit of public good. We offer dedicated support, targeted at the academic-policymaker interface to facilitate the use of research evidence generated at York to drive real world changes in policy and practice.
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Our key areas of focus are to:
- Offer training and capacity building activities which highlight the benefits of policy engagement and offer opportunities for academics, professional services and PhD students at York to build their skills to effectively engage with policymakers.
- Offer a platform to facilitate and identify routes to influence for the use of our research evidence to relevant policymakers locally, nationally, and internationally.
- Build a network of policy active professionals, external partnerships and networks to facilitate engagement to respond to the needs of policymakers.
If you’d like to find out more about how we could support you with your work, take a look at our Guide to Requesting Support from TYPE. This page provides an overview of our offer to colleagues, FAQs, and advice on how best to get started. Using the information on this page might help guide your thinking and will also help us respond more quickly and effectively to your enquiry should you get in touch.
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Policy capacity-building training and opportunities from TYPE
TYPE is delighted to launch this year’s training portfolio, designed to help staff and students build the skills and confidence to engage with policymakers. Whether you are new to policy engagement or looking to strengthen your impact, these opportunities provide practical guidance from experienced policy advisers.
Training and opportunities include:
- Policy Masterclass (Updated Version)
- Storytelling for Policy
- One to One Policy Impact Advice Clinics
Training, Policy Engagement and Collaboration
Engaging with Parliament
Born in Bradford Centre for Social Change at York
How to write a policy brief
Policy Briefs and Reports
The York Policy Engine produces policy briefings to showcase policy-relevant research from across the University. These briefs aim to provide an evidence base for policy makers, building on the University's research and expertise.
Latest briefs and reports:
- Speech Recognition in Policing (PDF
- Difficulty Level: Reloaded policy brief (PDF
- How can we better support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? (PDF
View all our policy briefs and reports
Read our news and blogs
News
Blueprint for a fairer society
24 February 2026
In this University of York feature, Professor Kate Pickett sets out her vision and plan for how to build a better and fairer Britain.
News
The York Policy Engine Catalyst Event
19 February 2026
The York Policy Engine was thrilled to host a special ‘Catalyst’ event at York’s fabulous Guildhall on Tuesday 10 February, in what was an evening charged with energy, passion, and ambition.
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New Social Change Catalyst blog from Jeremy Moulton
18 February 2026
The new Social Change Catalyst Blog for February 2026, comes from Jeremy Moulton, Senior Lecturer for the Department of Politics and International Relations at the University of York
TYPE Policy Research Groups
TYPE has established four policy research groups, each aiming to harness cross-disciplinary expertise within the institution to target important policy challenges at both a regional and national scale.
The four groups are:
- The Cost of Living policy group
- Creative Industries policy group
- The Law and Process policy group
- Children and Young People’s Mental Health policy group
Explore the TYPE policy research groups
Meet the Policy Engine
Explore the research areas that TYPE collaborates with
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