The BDA ARFID Sub-Group are committed to understanding and evaluating the impact of the group, it's resources and work products. One way that we do this is by having a designated Impact Officer role, and generating an annual Impact Report through member engagement and feedback. We use this to inform our annual strategy and address any issues or gaps that are important to our members.
The BDA ARFID Sub-Group was also Runner-Up of the BDA Sub Group of the Year Award 2025!
Here is what our BDA judges had to say about our performance and impact from our first 10-months!
The sub-group has had an outstanding first year, achieving an incredible amount in a short space of time. Their ability to engage widely across the profession and make the most of the tools and support available to them is truly commendable. What stands out is their thoughtful and reflective approach. They’re not just delivering work, but also continuously evaluating their impact at every stage, which shows real maturity and commitment to making a meaningful difference.
They’ve developed high-quality resources that are already benefiting colleagues both within the sub-group’s specialism and beyond, demonstrating a clear intention to share knowledge and support the wider profession. Their communication has been especially impressive by promoting their work effectively across all four nations and raising awareness of their project in a way that is accessible, inclusive, and aligned with BDA values. Their dedication to promoting a diverse and inclusive profession shines through.
The sub-group has also shown real ambition, innovation, and forward-thinking in everything they’ve done. They’ve laid strong foundations and set themselves up for continued success. While expanding their multi-disciplinary involvement and increasing representation from Northern Ireland and Scotland could further enhance their work, it’s clear that this will come as the group continues to grow in confidence and reach.
A huge well done to the team on such a fantastic first year, there’s no doubt that this is only the beginning, and we’re excited to see what you go on to accomplish next!