The tag reads “from the university to the community” – a gift!
Research neatly wrapped with a bow to inform policy shift
“Thanks,” says the community (somewhat miffed)
“While it looks like credible & rigorous science
It’s not state of the art if we are silenced
Where was the invite to kanohi-ki-te-kahnoi?
I needn’t unwrap it to know there’s nothing in it for me
This may be the right information, but is it the right time?
On one hand, it’s free … on the other … we didn’t get a dime
If you sincerely believe knowledge is co-created
Why is its transfer non-integrative?
Can you clarify Knowledge Transfer beyond denial?
Does our practice count as evidence if it’s not a RCTrial?
We need the high touch to help bridge the cultural divide
Keep it simple (but not too simple); perhaps a 3 step guide
For outcomes & effect sizes with a better fit
Close your eyes, have passion & just do it”

Joan Wharf-Higgins
University of Victoria
November 16, 2006