Table 1 Applying an allied research paradigm to epidemiology using the Building Bridges study as an example
From: An allied research paradigm for epidemiology research with Indigenous peoples
Important principles in an allied research paradigm | Examples of how these can be applied in epidemiology research |
|---|---|
Reconciliation | The research team met with Indigenous stakeholders prior to conducting the research to discuss how to mitigate potential harms of the research and create a safe space for participants. |
Relationship | This research evolved out of existing relationships among settler researchers and Indigenous people living with HIV and these relationships were strengthened during and after the research. |
Perspective | This research supported Indigenous people living with HIV to develop research questions which were then answered through cohort analyses. |
Positionality | Researchers participated in research alongside Indigenous people living with HIV. They shared information about themselves and why they wanted to be a part of this research. All involved in the study became participants in a way and researchers in a way. |
Self-determination | Indigenous team members were supported to write manuscripts and present research findings. |
Accountability | A celebration and feast was held at the end of the study to share findings with all participants and celebrate what had been accomplished. |