RESEARCH DESIGN and METHODS

Research design, research methods and qualitative data analysis including interviews, focus groups and surveys. Uniquely skilled in the use of innovative qualitative methods including visual methods like drawing and mapping; photo elicitation; participatory design including design charette; observational and ethnographic methods; archival, document and media analysis. Also leading, teaching and training others in these approaches.

SOCIAL POLICY and SOCIAL CHANGE

Social policy analysis, policy briefs and recomendations. Focus on the intersection of citizen engagement and policy processes.  Understanding processes of social change and operationalizing theories of change in organizations and communities.

EQUITY and ACCESS

Anti-oppression and social justice analysis; intersectional feminist, anti-racist, critical disability and disability justice informed critique of policy, practices, institutions and governance approaches. Extensive experience with disability access for children, and in higher education institutions and workplaces.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT and COMMUNITY BUILDING

Outreach and engagement activities including participatory design; multimedia engagement including advising on video or social media content; in person and virtual event and meeting facilitation; community building; mediation and conflict resolution strategies.