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Global Justice and Equity Conference: Centering Communities in Research Spring 2025

Collaborative Research in Action: Methods for Meaningful Community Engagement Panel
This panel will explore practical and innovative methods for fostering meaningful community engagement in research. Drawing on diverse experiences across disciplines, panelists will share strategies for building trust, co-creating knowledge, and designing culturally relevant, community-centered approaches. Topics will include navigating ethical considerations, leveraging local knowledge, and creating lasting partnerships that empower communities. Whether you are a researcher, practitioner, or community advocate, this discussion will provide valuable insights into actionable methods for conducting impactful, collaborative research.

Dana Grieco and Ankita Gupta, Co-Chairs
Irene Felsman, Duke University
Cynthia A. Grace-McCaskey, East Carolina University
Madhusudan Katti, NC State University
Camryn Smith, Communities in Partnership
Danielle Spurlock, UNC-Chapel Hill

For more information about the conference and panel bios, visit here: https://jhfc.duke.edu/2025-global-justice-and-equity-conference/