Cofactor supports others in raising awareness and engagement around a complex challenge. We believe that facilitating conversations provides greater opportunity for knowledge exchange and understanding, which can then bring us one step closer towards solving problems together.
We base our approaches in theory and practices from the field of knowledge mobilization: the process of bringing knowledge, people, and action together to create value. Our activities are intended to improve the dissemination of knowledge, help others make sense of knowledge, and help them understand how to apply it in decision making.
Our practices include:
Knowledge Curation & Translation
- Searching for the evidence and appraising it
- Placing evidence within its broader societal context
- Tailoring what and how evidence is shared to those who can benefit from it
Engagement Strategies
- Facilitating conversations among diverse groups that share common interests
- Understanding the barriers and incentives to change for different audiences
- Convening groups to solve social challenges together
Knowledge Mobilization Capacity Building
- Developing plans to mobilize knowledge
- Providing knowledge mobilization training
Looking for guidance or have a specific need for support? Contact us to discuss customized services at info@cofactorconversationlab.com.