Sharing the voices of lived experience researchers from our co-produced projects. We conducted creative workshops and interviews to make a new film to spotlight the value of co-production for those living with dementia. About Traditional research approaches often exclude those living with dementia. We know from our research at ECRED that those living with dementia can be research leaders and that this enables empowerment. In this project, we aimed to: Provide opportunities for those living with dementia who have been involved in our research to creatively express their stories of engagement. Collate these creative expressions into ‘Stories of Empowerment’ in the form of a short film. Share these stories widely We hope that by sharing these stories, we can work towards reducing stigma and ensuring that coproduction is at the heart of dementia research. Watch the film created through the project below: We have also created a version of the film without background music. If you would prefer to watch this version, please click here. Meet the Team Dr Katey Warran Principal Investigator and Deputy Director of ECRED Dr Frankie Greenwood Co-Investigator and Deputy Director of ECRED Dawn-Claire Irvine Co-Investigator and bold Project Manager Martin Robertson Co-Investigator and Lived Experience Researcher Keith Oliver Co-Investigator and Lived Experience Researcher This project is funded by a University of Edinburgh CAHSS Knowledge Exchange and Impact Grant
