Publications
Welcome to the Imroc Publications section. Everything we do is grounded in lived experience and informed by evidence - drawing on best practice, evaluation, and research. Here, you’ll find a free and accessible collection of thought leadership pieces, research papers, and briefing documents that support recovery-oriented mental health services. Our resources are designed to benefit those living with, working in, or commissioning mental health care. We focus on quality, collaboration, and real-world impact. Browse our publications below to gain insights, share learning, and support transformation in practice.
New Demystifying Research Series
30. The Challenges andBenefits of Digital and Online Learning in Recovery Colleges
This briefing paper from Imroc explores the challenges and benefits of digital and online learning in Recovery Colleges. Drawing on real-world case studies and emerging research, it examines how Recovery Colleges across England and beyond have adapted to online delivery — from the shift prompted by the Covid-19 pandemic to the growing role of blended and hybrid learning models. The paper considers key themes including digital inclusion, co-production, adult learning principles, and recovery-focused practice in online environments, offering practical insights for Recovery College staff, commissioners, and anyone interested in the future of mental health education.
Briefing Papers
Provide comprehensive overviews and best practices around current topics of interest. They include detailed evidence, policy context, best practice guidance, and personal narratives to support the implementation of best practices.
Position Papers
Articulate our stance on particular issues, illustrating how our values are enacted in various contexts.
Sharing Experience Papers
Raise awareness about specific issues where no resolution currently exists. They offer an introduction to the topic, current challenges, and recommendations for next steps, often incorporating anecdotal evidence and accounts from individuals close to the topic.
Examples of Service Evaluations
We know that many services have found it difficult to evaluate innovative ways of working such as recovery colleges and peer support. Because of this, we will endeavour to collect examples of service evaluations that might show what is possible in terms of methods and reports.
While we have led on service evaluations on behalf of other organisations, many of these evaluations have not been led by Imroc. Our aim is to provide a platform for these so that others may take learning from them. If you would like support with evaluating any elements of your organisation/service, please get in touch.
Tools and Vision Papers
Practical guides and visionary documents offer tools, frameworks, and future directions for developing and implementing best practices. They help stakeholders understand and apply recovery principles in their work, ensuring a cohesive and forward-thinking approach.