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The 2025 Community Partnership Summit proved to be a powerful gathering, bringing participants together around the theme From Research to Reality. With engaging breakout sessions and thoughtful speakers, attendees explored meaningful ways to connect research outcomes with real-world change, focusing on trust, collaboration, and health equity.
Operations Administrator Doug Murrell's closing reflections captured the spirit of the event, highlighting key insights such as the importance of authentic partnership, culturally relevant community engagement, and the ongoing need for compassion and consistency in health initiatives. The summit emphasized that building relationships and trust takes time, and encouraged everyone to remain “forever students”—curious, engaged, and dedicated to learning from one another.
Technology’s evolving role was also discussed, particularly how AI can enhance patient experiences when applied thoughtfully and with sensitivity to individuals’ comfort levels. The summit encouraged attendees to reflect on what they learned and how they can immediately apply new ideas to help build trust and connection within their own networks.
Participants were urged to share their insights, provide feedback, and stay connected, reinforcing the value of bi-directional engagement between researchers and community members. The event concluded with gratitude for the work of the Summit Planning Committee and a call to continue advancing health through research and partnership.
Overall, the 2025 Community Partnership Summit left a lasting impression, celebrating progress and inspiring ongoing dedication to improving health outcomes for all. The summit’s collaborative spirit and actionable insights will continue to drive positive change in the coming year.
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