COPAR, or Community-Based Participatory Research, typically involves several key phases:
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Preparation - Establishing partnerships, identifying community needs, and building trust among stakeholders.
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Data Collection - Collaboratively gathering information through surveys, interviews, or other methods to understand the community's issues.
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Data Analysis - Working together to analyze the data, drawing insights that reflect the community's perspectives.
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Action and Evaluation - Developing and implementing strategies based on findings, followed by assessing the impact and making necessary adjustments.