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Applying Principles of Community-Engaged Research
Jen Hirsch1, Mallet R Reid2, Mindy A Smith3
1Michigan State University, School of Social Work, East Lansing, MI.
Primer (Leawood, Kan.)
|July 28, 2026
Summary
Community-engaged research (CEnR) is a collaborative approach prioritizing community needs and action. It fosters shared decision-making, builds trust, and enhances understanding of social determinants of health.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Community Health
- Health Equity
Background:
- Community-engaged research (CEnR) is a participatory approach that integrates community priorities into research.
- It emphasizes shared decision-making, incorporating community values and experiences.
- CEnR can equip medical students with skills in needs assessments and understanding social determinants of health.
Purpose of the Study:
- Introduce core principles of CEnR.
- Identify resources and tools for CEnR implementation.
- Discuss strategies for managing challenges in CEnR.
Main Methods:
- CEnR involves collaborative determination of research topics and engagement levels.
- It utilizes participatory methodologies and knowledge cultivation approaches.
- Fosters dialogue to build relationships and trust between researchers and communities.
Main Results:
- Not applicable for this conceptual article.
Conclusions:
- CEnR is a flexible, collaborative framework, not a rigid methodology.
- Effective CEnR requires codetermining research agendas and engagement.
- Building trust and dialogue are essential for successful community-research partnerships.
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