312 Main Research Shop
Overview
The 312 Main Research Shop supports community organizations by offering research services at low or no cost. Inspired by the 'science shop' model widely practiced in Europe and building on the success of similar initiatives in Canada, we collaborate with community partners, students, and faculty members to address community questions and concerns through research.
We offer a range of research products and services to community organizations, including:
Literature Reviews
Needs Assessments
Program Evaluations
Surveys
Policy Briefs
Our Approach
Our community-engaged research (CER) philosophy prioritizes CER ethics, which include the active involvement of community organizations in the research process, ensuring the research design and outcomes address their specific needs.
Our Partners
The 312 Main Research Shop is a collaboration between 間眅埶AV CERi, , and the .
How it works
We solicit projects from community organizations, then hire 間眅埶AV graduate students to engage in, lead, or contribute to community-driven research projects, gaining hands-on experience and enhancing their professional development. 間眅埶AV CERi manages and facilitates the process from start to finish.