Best Practices in Community-Engaged Research for Work-Family Scholars - WFRN

Organizers/Presiders
Marisa Young, Professor of Sociology, McMaster University, Canada and WFRN Board Member

Moderator
Marisa Young, Professor of Sociology, McMaster University, Canada and WFRN Board Member

Panelists
Erin L. Kelly, Sloan Distinguished Professor of Work and Organization Studies, Co-Director, MIT Institute for Work and Employment Research, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Jenny Povey, Associate Professor and Deputy Director (Training) at the Institute for Social Science Research (ISSR), University of Queensland, Australia.
Hayley Christian, Professor and Senior Principal Research Fellow, Head– Child Physical Activity, Health & Development, The Kids Research Institute Australia, The University of Western Australia
Kim De Laat, Assistant Professor of Organization and Human Behaviour at the Stratford School of Interaction Design and Business, University of Waterloo

The Event
As more work–family researchers collaborate with community partners—including grassroots organizations, nonprofits, and industry—this session highlights best practices and successful examples for work-family scholars. Speakers will focus on how to build trust, navigate different priorities, and develop strong, sustainable relationships. The panel will be conversational, with opportunities to share real-world stories (what worked, what didn’t), examples of tools or strategies used in partnerships, and reflections on lessons learned over time. Panelists will begin by sharing their experiences, followed by a moderated discussion and an open Q&A. This free event is open to all, but registration is required.

Dates/Times:
Honolulu, USA – Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 2:00-3:30pm HST
Los Angeles, USA – Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 4:00-5:30pm PST
New York, USA – Thu, Nov 13, 2025 at 7:00-8:30pm EDT
London, United Kingdom – Fri, Nov 14, 2025 at 12:00-1:30am GMT
Shanghai, China – Fri, Nov 14, 2025 at 8:00-9:30am CST
Seoul, South Korea – Fri, Nov 14, 2025 at 9:00-10:30am KST