An internationally-recognised research programme which aims to find out what keeps families healthy and happy by tracking the lives of over 60,000 Bradfordians.
Born in Bradford’s Vision
Our vision is for a healthier, happier and fairer future for children, young people and families.
Internationally Recognised
We have worked with researchers in over 20 different countries around the world to help improve the health of families in Bradford.
Over 60,000 Participants
Through our three cohort studies, we are tracking the lives of 60,000 people in Bradford to see why most people are happy and healthy, but some are not.
Undertaking groundbreaking research since 2007
Since launching our BiB Family cohort in 2007 we have collected data that has helped to make positive changes to the health of Bradford families and beyond.
Affecting real change across Bradford and the rest of the UK
The families who have shared their data with us have helped to make real changes to Bradford and beyond.
Key Findings
Explore our latest key findings that may be of interest to you.
Impact of Born in Bradford on Policy and Practice
BiB’s 10 Key Findings for policy and practice
BiB findings: Research that changes a city
Use Our Data
Our data is available for other researchers, policy makers or stakeholders to apply to use in order to answer important research questions.
About Born in Bradford
We are an internationally-recognised research programme which aims to find out what keeps families healthy and happy by tracking the lives of over 60,000 Bradfordians.
Events
Find out more about our events for participants, Bradford community members, academics, practitioners, policy makers and other stakeholders.
Resources
Explore our resource centre to find guides on Service Design, Monitoring and Evaluation Frameworks, Developing a Theory of Change and much more.
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