The experiences and needs of families can increase the relevance of mental health research. IF provides researchers with the opportunity to hear what matters to families.

In the past, there was no mechanism for getting input from families. IF has solved this challenge. Through IF, researchers can collaborate with young people and families, gaining valuable knowledge that will help inform research priorities and the application of research initiatives.

Gain access to the voice of families. 

“Research established in partnership with children, youth and families rather than solely driven by researchers may provide a more immediate opportunity to make a real and significant difference to the lives of those with lived experience.”
Child & Youth Mental Health Day Research Forum report, 2010

Benefits IF membership for researchers:

• Family input and involvement in research
• Partnerships with families
• Information on what is meaningful to families-research that families have helped develop
• Education and information on child, youth and family mental health through e-newsletters

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