We welcome partners from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and capacities. We are committed to building healthy relationships that meet each partner’s unique needs. Partnership projects can be integrated into coursework, co-curricular activities, or research and align with one of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Participate in community engagement at Queen’s to build partnerships with faculty and students across disciplines and sectors who are passionate about being change leaders. Receive high-quality analysis, recommendations and solutions to challenges facing your organization. Build your organizations’ capacity with no financial commitment!
It depends. You can discuss with your partners at Queen’s what will work best for your organization, including deciding on the frequency of meetings with faculty and/or students.
Yes. You can choose your degree of engagement in partnerships, including collaborating remotely.
We are currently developing an intake form that, once available, will be the first step in connecting partners with faculty or staff members on projects. The intake form will inquire about your organization’s goals, and potential projects, so that we can connect you with the relevant unit with the right expertise. In the meantime, reach out to the community engagement team via email, and we can connect you with a faculty or staff member that aligns with your project needs.
Our partner resource page is geared to help you navigate Queen’s approach to partnerships and what it’s like to collaborate with students, faculty, and staff through courses, co-curricular activities, and research projects. Additionally, check out our events pages for more information on training sessions, workshops, employer guides, and more.
No! Community engagement does not pose additional costs to partners.
It depends. We are committed to meeting the needs of your specific the project and its requirements. Course-based projects can range from one academic semester (4 months) to bridging multiple semesters. Likewise, research projects can depend on short-term grants or have a longer outlook
At the beginning of partnerships, you will work with the relevant faculty and staff members to outline your organization’s project objectives. Impact can be assessed by reflecting on the progress towards these objectives. We ask partners to provide feedback to faculty and students to help us identify areas for improvement, ensuring we continue to meet your needs.
Yes, partners can collaborate with students and faculty on more than one project at the same time. This could include multiple projects that stem from the same goal, projects that evolve as different milestones are accomplished, and everything in between. Ask your faculty or staff contact for more information to advance your partnership.
We are currently developing an intake form that, once available, will be the first step in process of initiating a partnership with »ĆÉ«ĘÓƵ. Once submitted, our staff will contact you to discuss your project and explore opportunities for collaboration. In the meantime, reach out to the community engagement team via email, and we can connect you with a faculty or staff member that aligns with your project needs.
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Counting trans people: Why better data collection is essential for better policy
Better data on trans and non-binary people can help governments and organizations see gaps more clearly and build policies that respond to real needs.
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