We continuously work closely with the public and third sector, including government, charities, hospitals, and voluntary and community organisations.
Our work with public and third sector organisations around the world have shaped policy, driven innovation and created tangible impact. Collaboration and this combination of expertise is critical to tackling global issues that affect us all.
To get involved or find out more, you can visit out Queen Mary Impact Fund page.
Young people who have experience of being in care often feel stigmatised and unheard. In response, researchers at Queen Mary University and partners have used the verbatim method to help them safely share their stories. Through workshops and performances, participants' testimonies are shared anonymously, fostering a sense of community and social inclusion.
Since 2022, The Verbatim Formula Working Group model has allowed young care leavers to co-design projects, gaining confidence and skills in leadership and creative practices. This work has increased participants' aspirations for higher education and positively impacted public understanding of care experiences.
Giving a voice to care-experienced young people
Coastal communities in the UK face growing risks from climate change, flooding, and erosion. Over 1,700 coastal landfills threaten ecosystems and human health with pollutants like asbestos and heavy metals. Led by Queen Mary’s Professor Kate Spencer, the “Resilience of Anthropocene Coasts and Communities” (ResAnth) project investigates these risks.
In collaboration with several universities and the Environment Agency, ResAnth uses innovative methods to assess coastal hazards. The project aims to inform policies that protect both the environment and coastal communities from future pollution risks.
Eroding our future – Building resilient coastal communities
Work carried out by Queen Mary's Professor Jonathan Grigg and Professor Chris Griffiths has made clear that the damage caused by air pollution is even greater in children, who are disproportionately affected by dirty air.
Their research has been instrumental in influencing the introduction of the London Ultra Low Emission Zone (ULEZ) – and the decline of diesel vehicle sales. London's Mayor, Sadiq Khan cited the 'Every Breath We Take' report, which both contributed to, as fundamental evidence that the scheme was needed.
Protecting children's health and the Ultra Low Emission Zone