A collection of essays that explore community-engaged research, published in March 2025. Read more
The British Science Association coordinates, delivers and oversees a number of different projects and programmes aimed at engaging more people with science.
We work across the UK by building partnerships with national and local organisations that match our vision of a future where science is more relevant, representative and connected to society.
Below are the projects we manage, or are a part of.
Hosted by the British Science Association, EDIS (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in Science and Health) is a coalition of organisations working to improve equality, diversity and inclusion within the science and health research sector. Read more
We are part of Sciencewise, a public engagement programme informing policy makers of public views on science and technology topics. Read more
The Youth Insights Data area is dedicated to sharing young people's views on science and society, with data from BSA-conducted polls & workshops with 14-to-18-year-olds. Read more
We are collating and analysing data around science engagement to further understand the landscape and inequities across the UK. Read more
For Thought is our thought leadership programme of events and activities bringing together business leaders, scientists, policymakers, opinion-formers and community influencers to discuss pressing societal challenges in the 21st century. Read more
The Ideas Fund is a grants programme run by the British Science Association and funded by Wellcome which has brought communities and researchers together to build strong relationships and collaborate on mental wellbeing projects. Read more
Future Forums empower young people to share their views on issues and cutting-edge innovation that will affect their futures. Read more
We run the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Diversity and Inclusion in Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths (STEM). Find out more here. Read more
The British Science Association is committed to supporting community organisations who work with groups who are underserved and underrepresented in science. Read more
Europe’s longest standing science festival, the British Science Festival featuring over 100 events, installations, performances and workshops exploring topics across the scientific spectrum. Read more
British Science Week is an annual celebration of science, technology, engineering and maths. Read more