Second Annual UK Knowledge Mobilisation Forum April 2015 Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh

#UKKMbF15 ALISON PETCH IRISS

Where do knowledge mobilisation, policy and practice meet? Alison Petch, UK Knowledge Mobilisation Forum April 2015

Outline Interpreting knowledge mobilisation The approach of IRISS The synergy with practice and policy in social services 4

a personal perspective 5

linear models and neat diagrams 6

‘disorderly set of interconnections’ Weiss,

8 IRISS is a third sector organisation promoting positive outcomes for the people supported by Scotland’s social services. We seek to: embed a culture of collaboration, open to new ideas ensure everyone has the knowledge, tools and skills to effectively use evidence and to innovate place people at the centre of the design of services and support

Key elements 9 Evidence- informed practice Improving awareness and access to evidence Improving skills and confidence to understand, create and apply evidence Embedding the use of evidence in organisations – policy and practice Enhancing the quality and range of the evidence base

Embracing diverse approaches… Storyboards Storytelling Social labs Digital animation Video IRISS.fm MindReel Creatives in residence 10

Expanding the horizons Co-production and co- design; the nature of social care and of context Choreography of care Pilotlight – 4 pathways for Self-directed support Hospital to Home 11

Making the connections to policy Personalisation – choice and control; self management Self-directed support Engagement and co- production Assets rather than deficits Delivering on integration 12

Delivering integrated care and support

Sustaining the links Cultivate partnerships Networks are key Develop a unique identity Power of co-design and co- working Start where people are Value of cross programme working and resources It takes time Boundless optimism Have fun! 14

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