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Knowledge translation and brokering events

knowledge translation and brokering events
As the nation’s leader in mobilizing water research, CWN is becoming increasingly involved in key knowledge translation and brokering events. Knowledge translation and brokering are part of an expanding spectrum of approaches to improve the flow of knowledge between scientist and practitioner, between engineer and water manager, between researcher and decision-maker.

Below are two recent conferences at which CWN’s expertise has contributed to the understanding of knowledge translation and brokering.

2011 Canadian Science Policy Conference
Proceedings from K* panel

The Role of K* in Strengthening Science–Policy Integration, an enlightening panel discussion at the 2011 Canadian Science Policy Conference, examined the emerging field of K* as an increasingly recognized spectrum of approaches that can significantly contribute to strengthened science–policy integration.

K* or Kstar — a coined term used to capture the universe of knowledge activities that encompasses —

  • knowledge translation (KT)
  • knowledge brokering (KB)
  • knowledge mobilization (KMb)
  • knowledge transfer and exchange (KTE)
  • knowledge management (KM)
  • as well as knowledge integration, exchange, adaptation, contextualization, adoption, transmission, dissemination, generation, application and synthesis

Convened by Dr. Alex Bielak, a Senior Fellow and Knowledge Broker at United Nations University, and Shannon deGraff, a Senior Science Policy Analyst at Environment Canada, the K* session involved a vigorous discussion amongst following panelists —

  • Jason Blackstock, The Centre for International Governance Innovation and International Institute for Applied Systems Analysis, Austria
  • Amanda Cooper, Knowledge Network for Applied Education Research
  • Dr. Katrina Hitchman, Canadian Water Network
  • David Phipps, York University, Knowledge Mobilization Unit
  • Louise Shaxson, Overseas Development Institute, London, UK

Learn more about the K* panel discussion

2010 Canadian Science Policy Conference
Special Workshop on Knowledge Translation and Brokering

On October 20, 2010, delegates from across Canada gathered at the Hyatt Regency in Montréal, Québec to attend Special Workshop on Knowledge Translation and Brokering.

This workshop, the first multi-sectoral event of its kind in Canada, provided a dynamic and interactive forum for participants to network, share experiences and explore the role of knowledge translation and brokering in strengthening science–policy links.