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Co-Producing the Australian Functional Strengths and Support Needs Framework: Approach, Experience and Outcomes
Emmah Baque1, Rachelle Wicks2, Zheng Yen Ng1
1School of Allied Health, Sport and Social Work, Griffith University, Gold Coast, Australia.
Summary
Co-production in research is highly valued, with participants finding the process positive and inclusive. Recommendations focus on improving documentation, setting expectations, and open discussion for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Community Psychology
- Disability Studies
Background:
- Participatory research, including co-production, is crucial for health and community initiatives.
- Evaluating co-production outcomes is vital for refining future efforts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate participant experiences in co-producing a National Framework for children's functional strengths and support needs (aged 0-12).
- To inform policy across health, education, disability, and community sectors in Australia.
Main Methods:
- Cross-sectional descriptive survey of 13 representatives from 23 community/professional organizations involved in co-production.
- Quantitative and qualitative data collected on process accessibility, inclusivity, respect, participation, helpfulness, and outcomes.
Main Results:
- Participants reported highly positive, inclusive, and respectful co-production experiences.
- Most participants had positive reflections on accessibility, inclusiveness, and outcomes.
- Some variability noted; consensus-seeking meant not all individual contributions were fully incorporated.
Conclusions:
- Co-production is valuable for designing and delivering community-focused initiatives.
- Recommendations include detailed documentation, managing participant expectations, and facilitating open feedback.
- Understanding participant perspectives on co-production outputs and experiences is key to successful engagement.
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