Enhancing knowledge mobilisation and community engagement for research in Inuit Nunangat: A case study of participatory policymaking and collaborative research partnership in Nunatsiavut

This thesis proposes a relational approach to enhance knowledge mobilisation and community engagement for research in Inuit Nunangat. The key principles of respect, mutual understanding, and researcher responsibility provide a foundation for effective knowledge mobilisation while acknowledging the need for context-specific adaptations. Using a case study, this work evaluates a collaborative research partnership with Nunatsiavut Government using participatory scenario planning for community-engaged policymaking. Participatory scenario planning is a robust tool for fostering hope, awareness, and collective responsibility. Furthermore, the evaluation underscores the importance of reconciliation, urging researchers to act in line with their values, be accountable to their relationships, and prioritise personal connections and trust-building. By adopting a relational approach and integrating these key principles, researchers can contribute to positive and ethically grounded knowledge outcomes while supporting Inuit self-determination in research.