Mutually beneficial: Congruency in community-academy research partnerships

Presented by:

Dr. Theresa Healy, Regional Manager Healthy Community Development, Northern Health

Friday, March 12, 2010: UNBC, Prince George

Abstract: Attention to methods and process is a necessity when embarking on research in partnership with rural and remote communities. Action Research produces concrete outcomes that are immediately visible and impressive, and is one important tool for enhancing and supporting community engagement in an equitable way.  In this workshop several examples of “immediate impact” are shared, including digital stories created by members of two local peer researcher groups. Understanding how to respect the need for action and outcomes in the moment and meet the demands of academic rigour is a challenge but it can be fun, rewarding and highly effective.

The purpose of the Many Faces of Health Research colloquia series is to provide an opportunity for health researchers and research students from many disciplines and programs at UNBC and Northern Health to share their research findings in a friendly and supportive environment. These presentations occur biweekly on Fridays from 2-3:00pm at UNBC. Everyone is welcome!

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