Partner with research: consumer collaboration in health studies

Join Metro South Health’s initiative to collaborate with patients and the public in designing, conducting, and shaping health research.

The How to Partner with Consumers in Research framework by Metro South Health outlines practical ways for community work professionals to engage as consumer or lived-experience partners throughout the research process.

Whether reviewing materials, participating in focus groups, or serving as a co-investigator or co-author, this opportunity enables you to bring your expertise and perspective into health-research endeavours.

For you as a community work professional, involvement offers exposure to research methodology, strengthens your collaborative and advocacy skills, and deepens your understanding of how research outcomes translate into practice.

For the broader community, your contribution ensures research is more relevant, inclusive, meaningful, and impactful to help tailor findings and interventions for real-world needs.