Innovations in research dissemination: research participants sharing stories at a conference
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Evidence and practice    

Innovations in research dissemination: research participants sharing stories at a conference

Lesley Douglas Doctoral student, School of Health, University of New England, Armidale NSW, Australia
Debra Jackson Professor of nursing, University of Technology Sydney, Ultimo, NSW, Australia
Cindy Woods Senior research fellow, University of New England, Armidale, NSW, Australia
Kim Usher Professor of nursing, University of New England, Armidale, NSW, Australia

Background The dissemination of findings is a crucial part of research. There are many forms of dissemination and audiences differ depending on the focus of the dissemination.

Aim To present using a recent experience as an example an overview of the benefits to vulnerable research participants of participating in the dissemination of research, as well as potential issues that may occur.

Discussion There are many benefits to involving research participants in conference presentations. However, it is crucial to provide appropriate support and debriefing, and to put plans in place to ensure they are safe.

Conclusion Multifaceted dissemination strategies are needed to meet the various audiences for research. Involving research participants can provide unique perspectives. However, careful planning is required to produce the best possible outcomes.

Implications for practice Researchers preparing to disseminate research findings with research participants in a conference setting can use this article to assist with the recognition of benefits and challenges that may arise.

Nurse Researcher. doi: 10.7748/nr.2019.e1685

Peer review

This article has been subject to external double-blind peer review and has been checked for plagiarism using automated software

Correspondence

ldougla7@myune.edu.au

Conflict of interest

None declared

Douglas L, Jackson D, Woods C et al (2019) Innovations in research dissemination: research participants sharing stories at a conference. Nurse Researcher. doi: 10.7748/nr.2019.e1685

Acknowledgement

The original study was supported by a scholarship from the Australian Government Research Training Program. Funding for the participants to attend the conference was provided by JobLink Plus, Tamworth NSW

Published online: 26 November 2019

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