Community engaged research must serve the interests of the community and the academic researchers involved. Traditionally academic researchers benefit from research that involves communities, while in the process community interests may not be met. Academic researchers can ask community stakeholders if proposed research is of interest and value ... or they can formulate a research project based on community interest and need. Academic researchers can be intentional about sharing the results of research with the community or public, i.e., with non-academic audiences.

Whether you are on the academic side or community side of potential research collaborations, contact ReCCES and we’ll explore current and/or future opportunities to learn more about the best practices of community engaged research. Our website lists resources such as key literature that can strengthen your foundational knowledge.