Co-production definitions and values

There can be a lack of confidence among researchers about the ethical and safeguarding dimensions of this work – as well as a perceived tension between protecting people from harm and their rights to open participation. We wanted to create some guidance to improve knowledge and confidence about the ethical and safeguarding dimensions of collaborating with those “outside” the formal research system.

An animation, narrated by Brian Blessed which combines humour with honesty without the blame culture. Edgar Cahn’s book No More Throw-Away People relates the parable of the Blobs and Squares to explain the co-production imperative. This video co-produced by Time Banking UK retells the story.

This paper is the story of how Dr Andrew Perry came to develop co-productive relationships in forensic environments over ten years. This time with a better psychological map, the benefit of hindsight and the illustrations of Jorge and Yousef.

Involve is the UK’s leading public participation charity. On this webpage they provide an overview of co-production values and its definitions.

A list of book recommendation exploring co-production.

Article for those committed to promoting “people powered health” in our NHS and wider public services, about how might we think about power. Where previously old power models prevailed, in an age of radical connectivity the potential to utilise new power approaches in health and care is exploding.

The evaluation was co-produced by University of Sheffield evaluators and Co:Create staff, using a range of methods to incorporate the views of stakeholders on the process of co-production.

Report on powerful and sometime surprising examples of where kindness and everyday relationships can effect change and support the wellbeing of individuals and communities. The report is not “stuffed full with policy recommendations, tool kits or calls for ‘compassionate impact assessments’.” But it does contain some powerful and challenging messages for policymakers.

Documents explaining asset-based places, looking and peoples' and communities' needs and assets.

The ladder describes a series of steps towards co-production in health and social care. It supports greater understanding of the various stages of access and inclusion before full co-production is achieved.

Videos introducing different aspects of co-production, benefits, barriers etc.