Pragmatism and innovation: collecting data in fragile situations during COVID-19
This webinar will share practical lessons learned on data collection while
conducting research in humanitarian and otherwise fragile situations, particularly during COVID-19. Our speakers will reflect on the challenges of collecting data during an unprecedented time and discuss innovative solutions and emerging best practices. This will also be an opportunity to reflect on the ethical and policy implications for humanitarian and health operational agencies, research funders and policymakers.
Who is this event for?
The wider global health community interested in or performing data collection
in humanitarian and fragile situations.
Date &; Time:
Tuesday 27 October, 3-4pm BST
Location:
Online (via zoom)
Co-hosted by our Research for Health in Humanitarian Crises (R2HC) programme and the Institute for Global Health and Development at Queen Margaret University, this free webinar shares practical lessons learned on data collection while conducting research in humanitarian and otherwise fragile situations, particularly during COVID-19.
The speakers reflect on the challenges of collecting data during an unprecedented time and discuss innovative solutions and emerging best practices. They also reflect on the ethical and policy implications for humanitarian and health operational agencies, research funders and policymakers.
Chair: Prof Alastair Ager, Queen Margaret University
The speakers:
- Ms Aya Noubani, American University of Beirut
- Dr Zeela Zaizay, University of Liberia
- Dr Parveen Parmar, University of Southern California and Mr Ruwan Ratnayake, International Rescue Committee
- Ms Roxana Mullafiroze, IMPACT Initiatives
- Dr Kelli O’Laughlin, University of Washington and Dr. Timothy Ronald Muwonge, Makerere University
