Developing domestic violence primary prevention capacity through a community of practice project: Learnings from Alberta, Canada

Exploring the knowledge translation of domestic violence research: A literature review

“…More generally, the literature provided a wide range of strategies used in conjunction with each other to strengthen knowledge translation. Examples include professional development for practitioners, education sessions, education summaries, group discussions, interactive learning, deliberative dialogues, using knowledge brokers and opinion leaders, audits, feedback, electronic reminders, clinical decision‐making support, clinical practice guidelines, team learning, formal & informal partnerships and proactive media strategies (Beckett et al., 2016; Boyko et al, 2016; Boyko et al., 2017; Claussen et al., 2017; Goicolea et al., 2015; Goicolea et al, 2013; Guruge, 2016; Isobell et al., 2016; Kothari et al., 2016; Larrivée et al., 2012; Spalding et al, 2015a; Spalding et al, 2015b). Of these, several have generated more extensive evidence through engagement with opinion leaders, interactive meetings, audits reminders and prompts (Spalding et al, 2015a).…”

“…Several studies (Decker et al., 2012; Isobell et al., 2016; Kothari et al., 2014) have used topic‐focused domestic violence forums, symposiums and face‐to‐face meetings to facilitate multiple exchanges and directions of knowledge. Facilitators of the dissemination process include participatory strategies, face‐to‐face contacts, education sessions, community networks, communities of practice, knowledge funnels, feedback loops and evaluation (Burke et al., 2013; Claussen et al., 2017; Decker et al., 2012; Isobell et al., 2016; Kothari et al, 2013).…”

“…The mechanism draws from the understanding, implementation and consistency of the embedded framework. Several frameworks identified in the literature included integrated knowledge translation (Kothari et al., 2016; Kothari et al, 2013; Kothari et al., 2014; Zahradnik et al., 2009), a gender‐inclusive framework (Dixon & Graham‐Kevan, 2011), a strength‐based framework (Howell, Miller‐Graff, Hasselle, & Scrafford, 2017), a trauma‐informed framework (Hegarty et al., 2017), the diffusion of innovation theory (Campbell et al, 2011; Decker et al., 2012; Murray et al., 2015), community‐based participatory research (Burke et al., 2013; Moffitt & Fikowski, 2017; Yuan et al., 2016), a community of practice framework and participatory action research (Claussen et al., 2017; Isobell et al., 2016). Claussen et al.…”

“…Claussen et al. (2017) found that implementing a community of practice approach between local domestic violence practitioners and community enabled research findings and implementation with local communities. Sibbald (2017) found that stakeholders shared new knowledge on domestic violence with colleagues dependent upon their professional experience and their areas of interest which has a potential impact on capacity building strategies.…”

“…The decision to undertake knowledge translation activities involves an appreciation of the costs and benefits for both researchers and end‐users (Campbell et al, 2011) as well as support for researchers to translate their work beyond peer‐reviewed journals (Saul et al., 2008). Claussen (2017) found a community of practice model that included skilled facilitation and leadership were crucial to the success of the model. Thus, the mechanism consists of recognition of the role of leadership and the time, effort, understanding and appreciation of the costs and benefits that will result in actual research utilisation.…”