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S2 Ep 22: Lived Experience is Data. Periodt.
When it comes to qualitative research, lived experience offers a wealth of valuable information that can shape and enhance the quality and relevance of public health studies. Few researchers know this better than Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV, a strategic leader, visionary, and disruptor within the field of infectious disease.
In today's episode, Dr. Robinson shares her perspective on the power of qualitative research, recognizing our lived experiences as data, and breaking into the public health field as a Black woman researcher. We also touch on the value of taking an ethnographic approach, the importance of holding those around you accountable, and of course, what brings Dr. Robinson joy in her work. Tune in to learn more about using qualitative research to ensure that your programs, grants, interventions, and data drive positive impact and long term solutions, bringing joy to your communities!
Key Points From This Episode:
Why Dr. Robinson is proud to be a person of color in the field of infectious disease. [02:01]
How she broke into the space as a Black woman researcher. [04:51]
Reasons that qualitative research is just as important as quantitative research. [10:09]
Advice for finding your place in the vast field of public health and making an impact. [13:01]
The crucial role that storytelling has played in marginalized communities. [16:48]
Highlighting the value of taking an ethnographic approach to your research. [20:28]
Why lived experience should be considered valuable data. [25:40]
The importance of celebrating small wins and holding people accountable. [30:38]
Making “good trouble” and other things that bring Dr. Robinson joy in her work. [34:15]
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes, and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/podcast/
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When it comes to qualitative research, lived experience offers a wealth of valuable information that can shape and enhance the quality and relevance of public health studies. Few researchers know this better than Dr. Marissa Robinson, DrPH, MPH, RPCV, a strategic leader, visionary, and disruptor within the field of infectious disease.
In today's episode, Dr. Robinson shares her perspective on the power of qualitative research, recognizing our lived experiences as data, and breaking into the public health field as a Black woman researcher. We also touch on the value of taking an ethnographic approach, the importance of holding those around you accountable, and of course, what brings Dr. Robinson joy in her work. Tune in to learn more about using qualitative research to ensure that your programs, grants, interventions, and data drive positive impact and long term solutions, bringing joy to your communities!
Key Points From This Episode:
Why Dr. Robinson is proud to be a person of color in the field of infectious disease. [02:01]
How she broke into the space as a Black woman researcher. [04:51]
Reasons that qualitative research is just as important as quantitative research. [10:09]
Advice for finding your place in the vast field of public health and making an impact. [13:01]
The crucial role that storytelling has played in marginalized communities. [16:48]
Highlighting the value of taking an ethnographic approach to your research. [20:28]
Why lived experience should be considered valuable data. [25:40]
The importance of celebrating small wins and holding people accountable. [30:38]
Making “good trouble” and other things that bring Dr. Robinson joy in her work. [34:15]
If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe, rate and, leave a review! For more transcripts, show notes, and more visit: https://joyeewashington.com/podcast/
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