A praxis-based network for maximising the impact of widening participation interventions

More about NERUPI

Designed for Widening Participation professionals

NERUPI is a partnership of over 70 higher education organisations working together to create a new approach to evaluation using the framework developed by Annette Hayton, University of Bath and Dr Andrew Bengry, Bath Spa University.

Funders, researchers, managers and practitioners are all keen to know whether activities are having an effect. But measuring impact is not straightforward, particularly in this field where context is so critical. Nevertheless it is important that interventions have clear aims related to the underlying reasons for inequalities to provide a sound basis for delivery.

The praxis-based NERUPI Framework provides this and, combined with our workshops and resources, the Network is a growing community for those seeking to reduce inequalities in higher education.

  • Clearly defined aims The NERUPI Framework sets out defined aims and outcomes which are the key to effective evaluation
  • Underpins the design of activities Combining theory and practice the Framework identifies the key elements of a WP programme or individual activity
  • Shared language Clear aims, objectives and outcomes provide a common language for WP professionals, academic staff and teachers engaged in developing and delivering activities
  • Works for all age groups With objectives and learning outcomes grouped into different levels the Framework can encompass activities for all age groups

The Peer Evaluation course provided many opportunities for knowledge exchange and mutual learning which will continue to influence my practice

Big THANK YOU, really find everything about NERUPI and its staff, people I meet in person and online so helpful

The NERUPI Framework used to be something to use to justify our approach but we now we use it to design our intervention strategy

Thank you very much for all your brilliant insight, advice and support

My team (Data & Impact) use the NERUPI Framework the most and embed it within our evaluation practice across the board

The event was very well organised and all the talks were really enlightening and interesting and timed really well

Thank you very much to the NERUPI Team for all your fantastic work in supporting the sector

The Peer Evaluation course was genuinely one of the best workshops I've attended... I learnt a lot from every activity

  • 1. Design Plan a university outreach activity
  • 2. Evaluate Evaluate using NERUPI’s 5 over-arching aims
  • 3. Report Report success in a consistent and formulated way
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