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The Foundational Concepts module introduces the foundational principles of Community-Engaged Research (CER), emphasizing the central role of community voice, relationships, trust, equity, and justice. Participants will explore how CER challenges traditional definitions of research rigor, recognizes community-defined priorities, and connects individual transformation to systems change.
Topics
Defining Community-Engaged Research
Community-defined priorities are the foundation of community-engaged research.
Moving at the Speed of Trust: Centering Community Voice
Relationship, community, and trust are at the center of community-engaged research.
Redefining Rigor
Promoting a more inclusive definition of what it means to conduct “good” research.
Systems Change Requires Individual Transformation
Systems change when people change.
Centering Equity and Justice
The intentional prioritization of justice and equity in all elements of research.
