Square peg round hole: navigating operational and interdisciplinary challenges in a co-produced, community-based research partnership.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Inclusive, community-based research is increasingly important for aligning academic work with real-world needs. This paper describes the challenges and successes of a research collaboration between academic, health service, and voluntary sector partners, working together to address nutrition and food waste for individuals with severe mental illness.

Methods

This reflective article reports a primary study evaluation of the process of a co-produced project aimed at developing a nutritious ready meal from surplus food to be distributed through Eco Shops, involving individuals with severe mental illness (SMI). A collaborative partnership was formed between a University, an NHS Foundation Trust, and a Voluntary Sector Organisation in the North-East of England. Data for

SUBMITTER: Tuschick E 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12362993 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature