Vivensa Academy
We are a growing membership of researchers, clinicians and community-facing organisations. We are committed to improving our experience of later life, whether that’s through research into ageing or delivering evidence-led services, products and interventions. Read on to discover why you should apply to join Vivensa Academy, including members-only funding opportunities.
Why join Vivensa Academy?
Here are five good reasons to become a member today:
- Use the member directory to search for an expert, mentor or collaborator
- Browse a wide range of learning resources
- Find out about networking opportunities and learning events
- Discover vacancies on our jobs and studentships board
- Access members-only funding opportunities
Our mission
We’re an inclusive body of researchers, clinicians and innovative community organisations working across the disciplinary and professional range. Our mission is to:
- Seed, support and celebrate success in ageing-related research.
- Encourage the key principles and good practice we wish to uphold.
- Showcase and learn from innovative work.
- Foster relationships between academic and clinical researchers and community organisations.
- Build a network for our members to find new collaborators, mentors and advisors.
Help us grow Vivensa Academy
The more active the membership, the more useful Vivensa Academy will be. So why not invite a colleague to join? Or work with us to organise an online learning event to share your expertise with other members?
Early career researchers will be offered the chance to engage in strategy setting and attend grant awarding committee meetings – a great opportunity to see our work in action.
If you have ideas for events, training, web content or growing our membership, please contact us on: academy@vivensafoundation.org.uk.