Academic Co-production

Academic co-production is a collaborative process where researchers and community members or stakeholders work together to create knowledge and solutions. Instead of researchers studying a problem on their own, they involve those affected by the issue from the start—sharing insights, experiences, and expertise. This partnership ensures that the research addresses real needs, is relevant, and leads to practical, trusted outcomes. Co-production values diverse perspectives, fostering mutual learning and empowering communities, ultimately leading to more effective and equitable solutions grounded in real-world context.