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Connected Communities: Harnessing Innovative Practices for Greater Impact

Venue: McGill Engine Centre, McGill University

Organizer: Conseil Science Reach, Montreal, Quebec

Date:
29
September
2023
Connected communities event
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Event Overview

At ScienceReach, we champion the pivotal roles of community organizations in shaping society. Emphasizing their multifaceted contributions, from essential services to opportunities for growth, our focus is on the transformative power of data, community-connecting initiatives, and continuous innovation. This event reflects our commitment to progress and innovation, highlighting the significance of bridging academic research with real-world challenges.

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Value of Data

Data stands as a beacon, guiding community initiatives. It shapes interventions, fosters community-researcher collaborations, and underscores the importance of Knowledge Mobilization (KMb). With global traction on KMb, the need for accessible local data and robust university support remains more pertinent than ever.

Value of data

Challenges & Solutions

Community organizations face barriers in sharing and recognition of their invaluable local knowledge. The event emphasized the challenges in standardization, knowledge dissemination, and financial compensation. Addressing these, ScienceReach introduced initiatives like the Community Knowledge Publications Initiative, Immediate Feedback Mechanism, and cutting-edge AI-driven tools.

Challenges and solutions

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