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A discussion among deans on advancing community engaged research
Linda Sprague Martinez1,2, Deborah Chassler1,2, Rebecca Lobb2
1Boston University School of Social Work, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.
Clinical and Translational Science
|January 28, 2023
Summary
Community-engaged research (CEnR) adoption is limited despite documented benefits. Current institutional support often burdens individuals, highlighting the need for systemic changes to foster a strong CEnR culture.
Area of Science:
- Health Research
- Translational Science
- Community Engagement
Background:
- Community-engaged research (CEnR) offers documented benefits but faces limited adoption among health researchers.
- Existing institutional support for CEnR often relies on individual responsibility rather than systemic change.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore approaches used by academic leaders to support community-engaged research (CEnR) among faculty.
- To identify themes and strategies for advancing CEnR culture within academic institutions.
Main Methods:
- A discussion among five Deans from Boston University (BU) Clinical Translational Science Institute was recorded.
- The transcript of the Deans' discussion was analyzed to identify emergent themes regarding CEnR support.
Main Results:
- Most discussed strategies focused on individual responsibility ("one person" or "research mentors") rather than institutional systems.
- The current approach of concentrating CEnR promotion on a few individuals may overburden leadership and hinder culture change.
Conclusions:
- Systemic changes are essential to effectively support CEnR, enhance accountability, and build successful academic-community partnerships.
- Facilitating dialogue among academic leaders can catalyze discussions and strengthen the culture of CEnR over time.
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