Faculty Development Seminar Series: Creating and Using Community Engagement Advisory Boards in Your Research

Presented by Alicia Bunger, PhD, Professor, College of Medicine, and Jeff Grever, MPH, Program Director, Community Engagement, CTSI

This seminar provides researchers with practical guidance on establishing and leveraging Community Engagement Advisory Boards (CABs) to strengthen the relevance, inclusivity and impact of their research. Led by the CTSI Community Engagement Team, the session explores strategies for identifying and recruiting community partners, structuring advisory boards and fostering meaningful collaboration throughout the research lifecycle. Participants will learn how CABs can enhance cultural responsiveness, build trust and ensure that research reflects community priorities. Whether you're new to community-engaged research or looking to refine your approach, this seminar offers tools, examples and insights to help you build sustainable and effective partnerships.