Engaging with consumers from diverse backgrounds in research is important. This is especially important in groups of consumers who are less likely to be involved in research; this includes  culturally and linguistically diverse consumers, carers and families. The Australian Commission on  Safety and Quality in Health Care encourages this in Standard 2 partnering with Consumers; Action  2.11: Partnerships in healthcare governance planning, design, measurement and evaluation. Some Local Health Districts employ multicultural health officers whose services may include research. 

Who can help?

• The Federation of Ethnic Communities’ Councils of Australia (FECCA) is the peak national body representing Australians from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. {About – FECCA}
• The UK National Institute for Health and Care Research has developed useful questions to guide research teams in designing inclusive research.
• Monash Partners, Working with diverse and under-served populations