Research Engagement Events

RECAP research engagement events bring together researchers and research partners to discuss specific research themes. We welcome anyone who has engaged and completed the partnered research modules to participate.

Research engagement events help researchers and research partners:

  • Share different perspectives about needs, gaps, strengths, and challenges;
  • Reflect on possible research ideas or questions;
  • Identify synergies – find common ground;
  • Explore relevance and possible opportunities for mutual benefits; and
  • Network and make connections for possible future research collaboration.

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Guiding Principles 

  • Commitment to explore, share, listen to different perspectives about the theme
  • Dedication to putting into practice RECAP module concepts of authentic engagement
  • Focus is on learning about individual and organizational interests related to the theme
  • Respect for people’s interests and choices along the partnership and research process
  • Commitment to creating open, inclusive, and safe space to discuss strengths, needs, gaps, etc.
  • Acknowledgement that not every research idea or potential partnership will be pursued

 

Expectations

  • All participants complete modules prior to attending the event 
  • Support opportunity to learn and connect with individuals from different sectors 
  • Explore collaborative possibilities to build momentum/action  
  • Consider interdisciplinary approach to improve research relevance and impact  
  • Identify possible partnership interest to be developed post-event – facilitated by institute research officers, strategic partnerships staff 

Contact Us

If you are interested in learning more about co-hosting an event and whether it is right for your team, please contact the RECAP Program at western.recap@uwo.ca.