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We sought to evaluate the challenges and rewards of the partnership model.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Materials and methods<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>\n                      Using the Peer Engagement Process Evaluation framework, the READU team collaborated on generating a list of focus group topics. All (\n                      <jats:italic>n<\/jats:italic>\n                      \u202f=\u202f8) active team members participated in a focus group. Thematic analysis was used to identify key ideas.\n                    <\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Results<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>Five main themes were identified. \u201cCollaborative Research Model\u201d relates to the importance of a shared set of values, power dynamics, and the importance of centering community in research. \u201cGroup Dynamics\u201d describes occasionally getting side-tracked in the work, as well as closeness among team members. \u201cIndividual Growth and Skill Development\u201d concerns personal and intellectual development, as well as the benefits and opportunities for bi-directional training. \u201cInstitutional Structure,\u201d encompasses the logistics of a hybrid working model and compensation issues. \u201cMoving Forward and Future Work\u201d involves the process of ending a research project in a positive way and envisioning future opportunities.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>\n                  <jats:sec>\n                    <jats:title>Discussion<\/jats:title>\n                    <jats:p>READU\u2019s partnership model is generally positive and mutually beneficial for all team members. All partners feel a sense of satisfaction and closeness, and that the relevance and impact of research is enhanced. Although some challenges have been identified, particularly related to compensation and the physical workplace, these are not intractable. The evaluation of this partnership should motivate researchers considering partnership with peer researchers and highlight practical considerations.<\/jats:p>\n                  <\/jats:sec>","DOI":"10.3389\/fpubh.2026.1640624","type":"journal-article","created":{"date-parts":[[2026,8,10]],"date-time":"2026-08-10T05:30:54Z","timestamp":1786339854000},"update-policy":"https:\/\/doi.org\/10.3389\/crossmark-policy","source":"Crossref","is-referenced-by-count":0,"title":["\u201cI\u2019m not a graduate or doctor, yet we are all together:\u201d articulating a partnership model for community-engaged research"],"prefix":"10.3389","volume":"14","author":[{"given":"Jenna","family":"van Draanen","sequence":"first","affiliation":[{"name":"Department of Health Systems and Population Health, School of Public Health, University of Washington","place":["Seattle, WA, United States"]},{"name":"Department of Child, Family, and Population Health Nursing, University of Washington","place":["Seattle, WA, 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