Multi-university coalitions

TitleMulti-university coalitions
Publication TypeBook Chapter
Year of Publication2003
AuthorsHalfon N, Travis R
EditorLerner RM, Wertlieb D, Jacobs F
Book TitleHandbook of applied developmental science: Promoting positive child, adolescent, and family development through research, policies, and programs, Vol. 4: Adding value to youth and family development: The engaged university and professional and academic ou
Volume4
Pagination115-137
PublisherSage Publications
CityLondon
Abstract

This book chapter describes the benefits of multi-university collaboration in community based research. Notes that multi-university collaboration allows universities to share common experiences, best practices and learnings, can help to institutionalize a new relationship between the university and community and, will contribute to the overall sustainability of community-university partnerships by increasing their visibility and legitimacy. Also discusses common barriers to institutional change and methods to overcoming these barriers.