KT Connects is a series of monthly beginner-level knowledge translation (KT) webinars hosted by Michael Smith Health Research BC and Arthritis Research Canada where KT scientists, stakeholders and practitioners discuss the basics of KT, how KT relates to patients and the public, and KT in health policy-making and clinical practice.
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Postdoctoral Fellowships in Implementation Science and Knowledge Mobilization
Azrieli CHILD-BRIGHT Postdoctoral Fellowship Program The CHILD-BRIGHT SPOR Network, in collaboration with the Azrieli Foundation, is looking to recruit a cohort of six postdoctoral researchers to work on its implementation science research projects, and to help programs mobilize knowledge to action in support of children with brain-based developmental disabilities and their families. Qualified applicants will have strengths in …
Certificate in Knowledge Mobilization: Registration Now Open!
Registration is now open for the Certificate in Knowledge Mobilization! This online professional development certificate builds capacity to effectively share and implement knowledge, and support the development of evidence-based policy and practice. This fall, join other knowledge professionals in Inform: Processes of knowledge translation and dissemination (September 12 to November 6, 2022). “Inform” provides an overview …
KT Connects (July 22) – Walking with the Arthritis community on the path forward towards Truth and Reconciliation
In 2021, Dr. Terri-Lynn Fox and Cheryl Koehn came together as Indigenous Scholar, settler/colonial and persons living with rheumatoid arthritis to walk together on a path forward towards Truth and Reconciliation. Speakers will discuss how an Indigenous-led initiative, the Arthritis Learning Circle, has developed into several community-driven action projects. The webinar will also touch on …
Register for June 3 KT Connects on Knowledge democracy in action – Opening space for diverse ways of knowing
Want to learn how you can examine your role in democratizing and decolonizing knowledge towards justice, diversity, equity, and inclusion — and ultimately better wellness outcomes for all citizens? Join us for another exciting KT Connects session as Marika Sandrelli shares her work on knowledge democracy. What will be discussed: Knowledge democracy is about intentionally …
Registration for Embracing Complexity: Fostering Change Using Systems Thinking is now open!
The Center for Implementation designed this special training series to show you how systems thinking can enhance your change efforts. Do you get overwhelmed when assessing the problem? Are you finding it difficult to select change strategies because of the complexity of your solutionsand the system you’re working in? Are you looking to better understand …
Accepting Applications: Knowledge Translation Professional Certificate (KTPC) – June 2022
APPLICATIONS DUE WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2022! What is KTPC and who is it for? KTPC is an online, seven-day professional development course for knowledge translation (KT) professionals (ie. knowledge brokers, KT specialists, KT managers, and other professionals whose work has a significant KT focus). Participation in this intensive requires some background in KT. The curriculum focuses …
Register for April 22 KT Connects “The 17-year gap: origin, evolution and relevancy”
Join us for another KT Connects session with Alison Hoens (physical therapy knowledge broker at UBC, ARC & CHEOS) and Gayle Scarrow (director of knowledge translation at Health Research BC) as they explore the origin, evolution and relevancy of the 17-year gap between research discovery and implementation. What will be discussed: This session will explore …
Sign up for April 1 KT Connects session on Consensus Building
Want to learn how you can use consensus building process to support and strengthen clinical practice and clinical research capacity? Join us for our KT Connects session with Dr. Jackie Whittaker as she shares her experience leading an international consensus. What will be discussed? Consensus statements can provide guidance when there is no evidence, and …
Register Now for KT Connects Feb session
Join us for another exciting KT Connects session with Dr. Lise Olsen and Dr. Stephanie Glegg as they share how they use knowledge translation to promote inclusive physical activity practices for children and youth with diverse abilities. What will be discussed? This presentation will address the importance of physical activity participation for children with diverse …