effective community engagement
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Effective Community Engagement
Michael Johnny, York UniversityManager, Knowledge Mobilization Unit
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Overview
1. Introductions – Objectives and Biases
2. Assumptions
3. Intersections with KMb
4. Successful Collaborative Efforts
5. Intersections with Industry Liaison
6. Indigenous Communities
7. Questions - Discussion
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Problem Statement
Community-university engagement is not a new term, nor are the processes new. However, there are increasing interests from stakeholders in academic research to see findings from research be utilized for the benefits of Canadians, and people around the world. This is changing the nature of scholarship for many academic researchers.
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WHAT IS KNOWLEDGE MOBILIZATION
Knowledge Mobilization is about ensuring that all citizens benefit publicly from funded research. It can take many forms, but the essential objective is to allow research knowledge to flow both from within the academic world, and between academic researchers and the wider community
http://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/society-societe/community-communitie/index-eng.aspx
Definitions – Knowledge Mobilization
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Knowledge Transfer and Exchange is collaborative problem solving between researchers and decision makers
Canadian Health Services Research Foundation
Definitions – Knowledge Transfer and Exchange
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Knowledge Translation (KT) is defined as a dynamic and iterative process that includes synthesis, dissemination, exchange and ethically sound application of knowledge to improve the health of Canadians, provide more effective health services and products and strengthen the health care system.
Canadian Institutes of Health Research
Definitions – Knowledge Translation
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Knowledge Mobilization (KMb) is a suite of services that enhances the two-way connection between researchers and community stakeholders so that research and evidence can inform decisions about public policy and professional practice.
KMb encompasses methods of knowledge transfer, translation, and exchange but extends these concepts to include the co-production of knowledge.
York University’s Definition of Knowledge Mobilization
Definitions – Knowledge Mobilization
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1. KMb is a social process. There is action and activity.
2. Co-production of knowledge is the most effective form of KMb.
3. Impact is measured at the level of the end user.
KMb-related Assumptions (linked to engagement)
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Co-production in the world of KMb
Research Summaries
Research Translation Help Desk
Research Translation Help Desk
Research ForumsKM in AM
Research PartnershipsKMb InternsSocial Media
Exchange(KE)
Knowledge Mobilization
partnerships CBR
co-production
Community Based Besearch
Producer
Push
(KT)
User
Pull
(KT)
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Partnerships for KMb throughout the Research Cycle
Evaluate
Plan
ExecuteDisseminate
ConsultationPartnershipsResearch forum
PopulationsClinical practiceIntervention studiesInternshipsResearcher exchange
Surveys, case studies, expert panelists
Wikis, blogsWeb siteTown hallTheatrePostersPolicy brief PSAPractice guidelinePopular pressSocial Marketing
public policy
professional practice
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More Assumptions
“There is value in research partnerships in solving community problems, building capacity, generating new ideas, expanding research agendas and managing new skills and technologies”
Learning from SSHRC Funded Partnerships, University of Victoria, Centre for Public Sector Studies, May 2012, Dr. Budd Hall and Crystal Tremblay
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Findings and Experiences of Successful Collaborative Efforts
1. From Community Perspectives
2. From University Perspectives
3. Overarching Findings
4. Conditions for Success
5. York Industry Liaison
6. Indigenous Communities
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Community Perspectives
• Building stronger and more respectful links with universities
• Building organizational capacity in the community
• Personal transformation and empowerment
• Improved services and policies
• Economic contributions
• Policy and Legislative impacts
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University Perspectives
• Student training and research fellowships
• Career development
• Better receptivity to community partners and more inter-university linkages
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Other Findings
• New “architecture of knowledge” – new phase of engaged scholarship
• New appreciation of place• More dynamic and relevant curriculum• Recognition of roles of regional, sectorial and national
research alliances and networks• Bringing new resources to our community in need• Partnerships can create a ‘new normal’ way of working• Knowledge cultures are different in communities and the
university• Increasing recognition of partnership as a measure of
academic excellence
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Conditions for Success – part 1
• Governance – structure based on consensus making• MoU and Partnership Agreements• Values – mutual respect and trust• Range of partnership options• Participatory research approaches
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Conditions for Success – part 2
• Equal balance of power• Sharing resources• Understanding the research process• Time for relationship building• Strong leadership
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Grand Canyon, AZ
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Indigenous Communities
A unique framework for engagement
• Capacity building• Economic development• Language and cultural revitalization• Valuing traditional knowledge• Reciprocal, trusting relationships• Be present. Practice meaningful consultation• Relevant KMb practices
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Resources
• Learning from SSHRC Funded Partnerships, University of Victoria, Centre for Public Sector Studies, May 2012, Dr. Budd Hall and Crystal Tremblay
• York KMb Unit, Industry Liaison Office, York TD Centre for Community Engagement (http://cec.info.yorku.ca/)
• Campus Community Partnership for Health• http://www.communityengagedscholarship.info/
• Institute for Community Engaged Scholarship• http://www.theresearchshop.ca/
• http://cescholarship.ca/
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Community Engagement, Research and KMb
Things I Think I Know
• Like KMb, success in community engagement can be facilitated by relationships – get to know leaders in your field within your community. Get to know these people…and let them get to know you!
• Values – truth, honesty, respect, integrity.
• Recognition for CES is lagging, but there are ways to link engagement to academic T&P.
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Summary – Michael’s Ideas
What the heck is knowledge mobilization?
- collaborative, relational, purposeful
Respect the clash of cultures…make time for effective engagement…expand the project planning cycle
“Go slow in order to go far and fast”
Knowledge is Power
Sharing is Power
Michael [email protected]://www.researchimpact.ca