1. Why should we turn research into action? David Phipps, Ph.D., MBA Director, Office of Research Services York University

2. 2 Working to Eradicate Bullying: Deb Pepler Bullying is a relationship problem that may carry through adolescence and into adulthood in the form of aggression, sexual harassment, dating aggression, and substance use. Working on the determinants interventions and treatments for bullies and victims of bullying, Deb Pepler works with researchers, governments and NGOs to enhance awareness, build research capacity, assess bullying problems and promote evidence-based programs and effective policies across Canada.

3. 3 Homelessness Hub: Stephen Gaetz Homelessness is a national problem associated with poverty, equity mental health and addiction. Homelessness and shelters are also a determinant of pandemic spread It is a problem for researchers, community organizations, NGOs, faith groups and governments. The Homelessness Hub is an on line clearinghouse of research (academic, policy and grey literature), stories and resources to inform public policy and social programming.

4. 4 Articulate the Value of Research (AUCC)

5. 5 “We must translate our research findings in the human sciences into public policy and social programs” “Knowledge Transfer in the human sciences – the transfer of findings into policy and programs – is as important as technology transfer in the engineering and natural sciences.” How to Articulate the Value of Research: Martha Piper (2002)

6. 6 To develop a culture of partnership between academic researchers and decision makers in governments and community organizations to assist in strengthening the development of public policy, professional practice and social programming. Goal of Knowledge Mobilization (KM)

7. 7 Spaces -KM in the AM -Knowledge Expo -Research Forums People -graduate student internships -P2P KM group -KM Seminars Partnerships -research translation -incentive grants -community engagement -literature reviews -matching funding KM: Building Partnerships for Policy & Practice Success Stories Mental Health in York Region MMAH Think Tank York-CPRN-SHSC Partnership Ben Levin Seminar StreetKids International Aboriginal Transitional Housing

8. 8 Partnerships for Policy and Practice York U York Region KMU/HSPC/ UWYR York U Ontario KMU/PIL

9. 9 The No More Silence Network Interagency Coalition on AIDS and Development (CAD) Parkdale Collegiate Institute Sierra Club of Canada Toronto Wildlife Centre New Canadians Centre Peterborough George Herman House Free the Children Youth Emergency Shelter, Peterborough AfriCan Theatre Ensemble Vietnamese Youth and Family Social Services, Toronto Baycrest Centre for Geriatric Care Canadian Policy Research Network Accessibility Directorate of Ontario Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources Street Kids International The Welcome Centre (York Region) Campbell Collaboration Health and Life Promotion (HELP) Research Consultancy Social and Enterprise Development Innovations Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario York Region District School Board LGBT Parenting Network, Sherbourne Health Centre York Region LGBT Community Outreach Project Aamjiwnaang First Nation South Asian Women's Centre Canadian Feminist Alliance for International Action Humewood House Community Partners Forum Family Services of York Region Ontario Ministry of Community and Social Services Ontario Ministry of Economic Development and Trade Local Partnerships for Policy and Practice

10. 10 KNOWLEDGE BROKERS A National Vision for Knowledge Mobilization

11. 11 Knowledge Mobilization - Lessons Learning Combination of university push & community pull = exchange Centred around the “knowledge broker” Creates a two way exchange of people and knowledge Is NOT SSH technology transfer Allows for publication of research TO BE LEARNED Evaluation of Impact Sustainability

12. David Phipps dphipps@yorku.ca http://www.researchimpact.ca