The REN Platform connects VCSE (Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise) organisations with researchers to support ethical, mutually beneficial collaboration. By signing up, you agree to uphold the following principles.

Our Commitment to Ethical Collaboration

• Mutual respect – We value the expertise of both researchers and VCSE partners. Collaboration is built on recognition of each party’s knowledge and contribution.
• Transparency – We are clear about aims, methods, timelines, and how findings will be used. There are no hidden agendas.
• Benefit sharing – Research should bring tangible benefit to communities and organisations. Outcomes and learning are shared in accessible ways.
• Informed consent – Participants and partners understand what involvement means and can withdraw or limit participation without penalty.
• Data protection and privacy – Personal and organisational data is handled in line with GDPR and agreed ethical standards.

Your Responsibilities

As a user of this platform, you agree to use it in good faith, treat others with respect, and honour commitments you make through connections, opportunities, and projects. You will not misuse data, misrepresent your role or affiliations, or engage in conduct that undermines trust in the research–VCSE partnership.