Qualitative research in an international research program : maintaining momentum while building capacity in nurses
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2014
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International Institute for Qualitative Methodology, University of Alberta
Abstract
The article describes capacity building components that underpin the participatory action research (PAR) process for this international program. Although nurses are well positioned to lead positive change and advance health, barriers such as the dearth of nurse researchers with doctoral-level training prevent them from effectively responding to rapidly changing health care settings. This research program aimed to improve nursing practice in HIV care. The involvement of decision-makers was strategic, towards influencing policy, and changing nursing practice. The research program was developed with full participation of investigators who represented all participating countries: Canada, Barbados, Jamaica, Uganda, Kenya, and South Africa.
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HIV/AIDS, HEALTH POLICY, NURSING, RESEARCH CAPACITY, PROGRAMME OWNERSHIP, CAPACITY BUILDING, ACCESS TO HEALTH CARE, SOUTH OF SAHARA, CARIBBEAN, RESEARCH NEEDS, DEVELOPMENT TRAINING, LEADERSHIP, CANADA, NORTH AND CENTRAL AMERICA
Citation
Mill, J., Davison, C., Richter, S., Etowa, J., Edwards, N., et al. (2014). Qualitative Research in an International Research Program: Maintaining Momentum while Building Capacity in Nurses. International Journal of Qualitative Methods, 13: 151-169.