Celebrate Research Week: Mobilizing Communities and Creating Impact
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- Oct 9
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How can community-based research (CBR) help us strengthen the connections between research, real-world impact, and the communities we serve?
In this special Celebrate Research Week episode of the ORIHI Podcast, host Sofia Ramirez (Research Impact Lead, ORIHI) sits down with Amanda Demmer (Learning Specialist & Programs Coordinator at Community-Based Research Canada) for an inspiring conversation about the transformative potential of CBR. Together, they explore how research can become more collaborative, relevant, and impactful when communities are meaningfully engaged throughout the process.
Listen now:
Timestamps:
0:00 – Welcome & Introduction to Celebrate Research Week
9:09 – What is CBR and why does it matter?
17:25 – Q&A
30:00 – Key takeaways & next steps
32:04 – Closing
Whether you’re a researcher, community partner, policymaker, or simply curious about community-based research, this episode offers valuable insights into how we can mobilize knowledge for greater societal impact and continue building bridges between research and community action.
Learn more about Celebrate Research Week and how to get involved at the William Osler Health System website.
