When Equity is Central to Research: Implications for Researchers and Consumers in the Research Team

This paper is a response to our recognition that approaches to equity and consumer involvement in research differed in emphasis between our researchers and jurisdictions. Whilst we shared common aspirations we varied in our priorities between equity groups and methods to represent consumer interests...

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Main Authors: Nicolette Sheridan, Timothy Kenealy, Lynette Stewart, Debra Lampshire, Te Tuhi Robust, John Parsons, Ann McKillop, Yves Couturier, Jean-Louis Denis, Martin Connolly
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Ubiquity Press 2017-06-01
Series:International Journal of Integrated Care
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Online Access:http://www.ijic.org/articles/2512
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Summary:This paper is a response to our recognition that approaches to equity and consumer involvement in research differed in emphasis between our researchers and jurisdictions. Whilst we shared common aspirations we varied in our priorities between equity groups and methods to represent consumer interests. New Zealand has a historical focus on equity for indigenous Maori and shares with Canada concern about enduring inequalities that affect people’s lives.
ISSN:1568-4156