We’re excited to launch Usher Connects, a free and open-to-all event series designed to unite minds across sectors in the pursuit of transforming health and social care. These events will explore how collaboration, data and innovation can tackle the most pressing challenges in health and society. The series will feature discussions, expert speakers and sessions that foster cross-sector partnerships, with a focus on the power of data to drive evidence-based solutions and impactful policy.Usher Connects is all about bringing people together to share ideas, spark discussions, and drive change – whether you’re from the public sector, third sector, policy, academia, someone with lived experience or simply with an interest in any of our topics – these events are for you. Register now for the first Usher Connect event 'Healthy homes, healthy kids: Building evidence-based solutions with data,' will take place on 01 May 2025 at the Usher Building, Edinburgh BioQuarter. This in-person gathering will bring together experts including those from health, housing and policy to examine how poor housing conditions – such as cold, damp homes – are affecting child health across communities. This event is led and curated by Dr Olivia Swann, with an introduction from Professor Julie Jacko.Full details are provided on our dedicated Usher Connects website.Don’t miss out!Register now for the first event and join us in shaping the future of health and social care. Usher Connects | Usher Institute Publication date 18 Mar, 2025
