Partnering with those who matter most: Patient and community engagement support
Patient and community engagement ensures that research is conducted with, not just about, the people it aims to serve. This collaborative approach brings the voices, experiences, and priorities of women, children, and communities directly into the research process — from identifying important research questions and designing studies, to interpreting findings and sharing results. Engagement activities may include the creation of patient advisory groups to inform research priorities, involving patients as co-investigators, or partnering with community organizations to ensure research addresses real-world needs. By centring the perspectives of those most affected by health issues, patient and community engagement make research more relevant, ethical, and impactful.
Support available
- Building capacity in stakeholder engagement in research.
- Supporting the process of engagement throughout the research trajectory.
- Supporting trainees through the PaCET (Patient and Community Engagement Training) Program.
Additional information
For more information and to access any of our services, complete the research support request form.