– Communicating and Using CBPR Data

[u08d1] Unit 8 Discussion 1 – Communicating and Using CBPR Data

For this discussion, refer to Chapter 4 of Community-Based Participatory Research . Then address the following in your post:

•Read Chapter 4.

◦ Pay attention to questions 2 and 3 on page 87. They are very important for this part of the discussion.

1. Compare the dissemination of results in CBPR studies to program evaluation.

2. Explain how community partners can use CBPR data to take action.

• How does the process of disseminating study results differ in a CBPR project when compared to a program evaluation?

• How can community partners use data from a CBPR project to take action?

[u08d2] Unit 8 Discussion 2 – Dealing With Community Change in CBPR

For this discussion, refer to Chapter 5 of Community-Based Participatory Research .

•Read Chapter 5.

◦ Pay attention to question 3 on page 106. This question is relevant to this part of the discussion.

1. Compare the dissemination of results in CBPR studies to program evaluation.

2. Explain how community partners can use CBPR data to take action.

• Articulate best practices for engaging community partners around controversial issues.

Then consider the following scenario: You have gotten a grant to conduct a CBPR project about the high rates of sexually transmitted diseases in your community. However, the community leader you were working with has moved away and you discover that the community is conflicted about this project.

Discuss how you would address this controversy and reengage the community.

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