Publication

SHP Language Guide for Consumer and Community Involvement in Health Research

Key Takeaways

  • Gain clear definitions and explanations of key terms used in consumer and community involvement in health research
  • Understand the difference between concepts like “involvement” vs “participation”

Who is this for?

For consumers and community members looking to engage in health research, and researchers and clinicians seeking to actively involve consumers in the planning and conduct of health research.

Co-developed by SHP and Health Consumers NSW and advice from consumers, researchers and clinicians, this guide supports respectful and consistent language use across research projects and complements SHP’s CCI Guiding Principles and Framework.