Partnerships 101

Webinar | Wednesday, Jan. 31, 2024, 2 p.m. - 3 p.m. MT

Want to learn more about when and how to build meaningful community partnerships to strengthen research?

Research partnerships with community members and organizations can lead to richer studies and increased impacts. Partnerships built on reciprocity, shared ethical spaces and co-creation of knowledge are mutually beneficial to researcher and community.

This workshop will help identify opportunities for partnership, explain principles of engagement, and highlight existing supports at the University of Calgary.

This webinar is open to students, faculty, staff, postdocs and community members.

About the Speakers

Sarelle Azuelos, Knowledge Engagement Specialist

Sarelle facilitates research partnerships between the University of Calgary and community organizations while building capacity in partnership best practices. She also supports faculty in knowledge mobilization planning and strategizing. Sarelle previously worked in community engagement and communications at various local non-profits.

Dr. Stephanie Warner, PhD, Manager, Knowledge Engagement

Stephanie provides strategic planning for the Knowledge Engagement portfolio’s initiatives. With over 10 years of experience in research, teaching, student advising, and strategic research support, Stephanie seeks creative, meaningful and inclusive ways to support and expand knowledge engagement and research assessment across the university.

Navigating Partnered Research is a digital series hosted by the Knowledge Engagement team in Research Services to provide support and guidance for faculty members interested in pursuing partnerships with community.