Partners with diverse backgrounds and sometime tend to stick to prescribing particular solutions.
Getting partners to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to better understand the problems that they face. This is better done right from the beginning and throughout the project period.
It must, however, be noted that partnership provides an opportunity to tap experiences from each other to build our common goal and so to me it is a time to learn from one another.
Hi everyone,
Good to be here, I find it challenging with the video training! I couldn’t hear the voice, I only followed through by reading the notes. Moreso, it didn’t lead me to the questions, even after clicking icon of the lesson one questions. Kindly help out please.
Thank you.
I also do agree with Caleb. Sometiems, we become failed to make them convinced to implement the output in the policy making or even implement in the farmer level.
One of the challenges with a partnership is having differing objectives (this can be exacerbated where donors have different objectives from other e.g. policy makers), this can be limiting In cohesive working towards reaching an agreed outcome or impact to the society.
This challenge can be overcome early prior to start of project or program where the partners come together on agreed objectives. The partnership must draw on strength of all partners and encourage buy-in by all.
I agree you with regards to confusion arising on the objectives when different partners are involved at the early stage. But the point is, usually the idea is started by one person and so bringing on board others is to strengthen the idea and add up rather than creating confusion.
I totally agree with Githaiga as it relates to identifying potential challenge(s). Buy-in is definitely key to making the ERT model and the overall research project a success.
Conflict of interest of members of the partnership group is usually one challenge I have witnessed. Engaging all partners in the beginning (Conceptual phase/stage) and defining each individual’s roles is vital. Clear expectations from each member of the team is key in ensuring that a common goal is attained at the end of the project.
i totally agree with Tiberious . Conflict of interest usually erupts when the project is being implemented hence every stakeholder should be informed in the inception phase about the goals and objectives of the project to avoid potential disputes
it is also as important to revisit the G and O periodically to refresh and realign stakeholder interests and perspectives as the health system landscape may be altered
Partnerships are often opportunistic and development and working approaches may conflict. A common agenda must be developed from the beginning and there should be learning sessions to go over how the partnership is working.
Partnerships are often opportunistic and development and working approaches may conflict. A common agenda must be developed from the beginning. Periodic partnership reviews may be in order.
Misplaced priorities many at times cause conflict in partnerships which will delay the process. Define and agreeing on roles and responsibilities at the beginning can reduce this problem.
As partners we might have challenges or problems or even make mistakes but we must see it as an opportunity to learn from the challenges and grow. We must strive to look for the good in each other and not focus on the challenges .
Challenges of partnerships include a lack of understanding of each partner’s strengths and weaknesses and an inability to cope or address them.
Solution: It is important to assess each partner’s needs, strengths and weaknesses at the onset of the partnership as this will inform their role and contributions to the partnerships
The challenges experienced in partnerships is getting partners with matching research interests in most cases partners what short term partnership to execute a task and then end the partnership. At times it takes a while to win trust with some partners
Very insightful. Policy makers should be involved in the project right away. However, the difficulty is they may have their interest which might not match with research outcomes
It is important to have all stakeholders, for researchers, end-users, policy makers, civil society etc., involved at the beginning of any research. It is also helpful to clearly define the role(s) of all stakeholders to foster a sense of ownership and responsibility towards the project.
Challenges in partnership: -conflicts and disagreements on execution of project tasks.
– Too much expectation from some partners such as famers/famer groups
Potential responses: Binding pacts before commencement of projects and having inception meetings that clearly outlines the roles and goals of the project
Working with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and NGO and a project to improve the nutrition of women and children. Some challenges I and my colleagues research faced was the NGO members not too mindful of documenting the research process. We had to constantly translate the importance of the processes to the deliverables for better appreciation by the NGO members.
Interesting topic. In developing countries like Bangladesh its a challenge to translate research findings into application to get a wider impact. Differences in culture, settings and others limit the process. Trust of the research findings is also another challenge in translation.
The limitation of NGO practitioners in aligning research processes in developmental works needs deeper attention to effectively address developmental needs.
The friction between NGOs and Researchers is uncovering
One of the challenges in partnership is role clash during implementation. This can be addressed by establishing open and effective communication, and all parties should work together as a team to achieve success.
I see embedding research translation at all stages of a project from conception to implementation as a quality assurance tool. It ensures the desired impact of a project is achieved. Good partnerships are imperative.
Formal Multidisciplinary and or Multi institutional project partnerships can be a challenge as some of the partners may only see the partnership through the lenses of their disciplines or institution to the to the aggrievement of the others
Partnership is a major key in embedded research translation but different aspects need to be put in consideration to build strong partnerships to build impactful translations.
LASER PULSE – Embedded Research Translation is a powerful tool! it now supports extending and transferring learning knowledge from the Pacific to the Caribbean and the Colombian Andes. We have found that the critical insight is that Integrated Landscape Management must continue focusing on conserving bio-geo-cultural diversity. This approach aims to enhance peacebuilding, foster resilient communities, and undertake climate actions, contributing meaningfully to the sustainable development and well-being of the targeted regions. Nothing is possible without co-creation from the beggining to the end.
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Partners with diverse backgrounds and sometime tend to stick to prescribing particular solutions.
Getting partners to work collaboratively with all stakeholders to better understand the problems that they face. This is better done right from the beginning and throughout the project period.
It must, however, be noted that partnership provides an opportunity to tap experiences from each other to build our common goal and so to me it is a time to learn from one another.
Hi everyone,
Good to be here, I find it challenging with the video training! I couldn’t hear the voice, I only followed through by reading the notes. Moreso, it didn’t lead me to the questions, even after clicking icon of the lesson one questions. Kindly help out please.
Thank you.
It was difficult to hear clearly
I also do agree with Caleb. Sometiems, we become failed to make them convinced to implement the output in the policy making or even implement in the farmer level.
One of the challenges with a partnership is having differing objectives (this can be exacerbated where donors have different objectives from other e.g. policy makers), this can be limiting In cohesive working towards reaching an agreed outcome or impact to the society.
This challenge can be overcome early prior to start of project or program where the partners come together on agreed objectives. The partnership must draw on strength of all partners and encourage buy-in by all.
I agree you with regards to confusion arising on the objectives when different partners are involved at the early stage. But the point is, usually the idea is started by one person and so bringing on board others is to strengthen the idea and add up rather than creating confusion.
I totally agree with Githaiga as it relates to identifying potential challenge(s). Buy-in is definitely key to making the ERT model and the overall research project a success.
Conflict of interest of members of the partnership group is usually one challenge I have witnessed. Engaging all partners in the beginning (Conceptual phase/stage) and defining each individual’s roles is vital. Clear expectations from each member of the team is key in ensuring that a common goal is attained at the end of the project.
i totally agree with Tiberious . Conflict of interest usually erupts when the project is being implemented hence every stakeholder should be informed in the inception phase about the goals and objectives of the project to avoid potential disputes
Well put Harriet bringing all necessary stakeholders on the onset, does so much in eliminating conflicts during project implementation process.
it is also as important to revisit the G and O periodically to refresh and realign stakeholder interests and perspectives as the health system landscape may be altered
Partnerships are often opportunistic and development and working approaches may conflict. A common agenda must be developed from the beginning and there should be learning sessions to go over how the partnership is working.
Partnerships are often opportunistic and development and working approaches may conflict. A common agenda must be developed from the beginning. Periodic partnership reviews may be in order.
Misplaced priorities many at times cause conflict in partnerships which will delay the process. Define and agreeing on roles and responsibilities at the beginning can reduce this problem.
As partners we might have challenges or problems or even make mistakes but we must see it as an opportunity to learn from the challenges and grow. We must strive to look for the good in each other and not focus on the challenges .
For me, it is important that to avoid challenges in partnership by keeping communication open and creating clear policies for all parties involved.
The pillars of embedded research are interlinked and essential for impart success.
Challenges of partnerships include a lack of understanding of each partner’s strengths and weaknesses and an inability to cope or address them.
Solution: It is important to assess each partner’s needs, strengths and weaknesses at the onset of the partnership as this will inform their role and contributions to the partnerships
Pillars of research translation are; partnership, process, product and dissemination
Partnership among the researchers, policy maker and practitioners is key for the effective translation of the research project
communication
response :discussion
The challenges experienced in partnerships is getting partners with matching research interests in most cases partners what short term partnership to execute a task and then end the partnership. At times it takes a while to win trust with some partners
Very insightful. Policy makers should be involved in the project right away. However, the difficulty is they may have their interest which might not match with research outcomes
It is important to have all stakeholders, for researchers, end-users, policy makers, civil society etc., involved at the beginning of any research. It is also helpful to clearly define the role(s) of all stakeholders to foster a sense of ownership and responsibility towards the project.
Very insightful. The highlights on the four pillar embedded research translation was great.
Challenges in partnership: -conflicts and disagreements on execution of project tasks.
– Too much expectation from some partners such as famers/famer groups
Potential responses: Binding pacts before commencement of projects and having inception meetings that clearly outlines the roles and goals of the project
Working with an interdisciplinary team of researchers and NGO and a project to improve the nutrition of women and children. Some challenges I and my colleagues research faced was the NGO members not too mindful of documenting the research process. We had to constantly translate the importance of the processes to the deliverables for better appreciation by the NGO members.
Interesting topic. In developing countries like Bangladesh its a challenge to translate research findings into application to get a wider impact. Differences in culture, settings and others limit the process. Trust of the research findings is also another challenge in translation.
Partnerships are good opportunities to exchange ideas and expertise. Defining possible challenges and being proactive is always the best option
Challenge
A challenge is when roles are not clearly defined and therefore one party is saddled with all the work.
Response
Roles and responsibilities should be clearly defined right at the beginning of the project
Functional collaboration among partners is important from the inception to the exit for a successful project.
The limitation of NGO practitioners in aligning research processes in developmental works needs deeper attention to effectively address developmental needs.
The friction between NGOs and Researchers is uncovering
One of the challenges in partnership is role clash during implementation. This can be addressed by establishing open and effective communication, and all parties should work together as a team to achieve success.
I see embedding research translation at all stages of a project from conception to implementation as a quality assurance tool. It ensures the desired impact of a project is achieved. Good partnerships are imperative.
Formal Multidisciplinary and or Multi institutional project partnerships can be a challenge as some of the partners may only see the partnership through the lenses of their disciplines or institution to the to the aggrievement of the others
partnerships – too many stakeholders slows down the speed
Hello!
After completing this video I was very impressed by the four pillars of emended research translation
Partnership is a major key in embedded research translation but different aspects need to be put in consideration to build strong partnerships to build impactful translations.
Different expert academic time availability to dedicate to the project.
Academics and NGOs involving less experienced students to research.
Discuss to accommodate available time and activities in a mutually agreed timeline and process.
Identify mutually agreed priority problems clearly in a workshop with the participation of interested parties, experts, and the private sector.
LASER PULSE – Embedded Research Translation is a powerful tool! it now supports extending and transferring learning knowledge from the Pacific to the Caribbean and the Colombian Andes. We have found that the critical insight is that Integrated Landscape Management must continue focusing on conserving bio-geo-cultural diversity. This approach aims to enhance peacebuilding, foster resilient communities, and undertake climate actions, contributing meaningfully to the sustainable development and well-being of the targeted regions. Nothing is possible without co-creation from the beggining to the end.