I. Roses

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I. Roses
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As illustrated by the quotes below, participants highlighted the active presence of P&C research in Tower Hamlets, with a strong desire across sectors to collaborate in using this approach to develop place-based solutions for tackling inequities:

“So many different projects in Tower Hamlets using a peer and community research approach.” (P&C researcher)

“Several very skilled and well-respected VCS community research organisations.” (council officer)

“The desire to collaborate and create place-based / specific responses." (university researcher)

The power of P&C researchers in amplifying voices, developing innovative methodologies, and creating effective solutions was seen as empowering for residents and organisations, as illustrated in the quotes below:

“Unearthing things/voices not usually heard.” (P&C researcher)

“Valuing the skills of the community and being cognisant of power dynamics." (university researcher)

“Picking best methods for communities.” (P&C researcher)

“Innovative and creative methodologies for understanding the views of local residents.” (university researcher)

“Empowering for lay people to know what they think matters.” (P&C researcher)

Relevant research, topic, and questions answered rather than dwelling on things that do not matter to people.” (P&C researcher)

Participants were driven to support and conduct P&C research due to its potential to generate and influence local policy: “Gives opportunities to influence.” (P&C researcher)

“Seeing change happen is empowering.” (P&C researcher)

Participants also reflected on how the delivery and use of P&C research can build trust between residents and other stakeholders including the Council.