The CPHG actively engages in activities that aim to support evidence-informed decision-making. These activities are often referred to as 'knowledge translation and exchange'. This includes ensuring our reviews are relevant and useful to decision-makings and undertaking primary research to establish the most effective knowledge translation methods.

What works in supporting evidence-informed decision-making?

The CPHG is involved in an exploratory cluster randomised controlled trial to assess the effectiveness of knowledge translation strategies. Funded by NHMRC, the trial is being conducted with local governments in Victoria, Australia. Baseline measures have been completed. The trial is due for completion in November 2011. Outcome data will be collected in November and December 2011. For more information contact Rebecca Armstrong armr@unimelb.edu.au

CPHG staff and key research partners are undertaking a relevant Cochrane review - "Knowledge translation strategies for facilitating evidence-informed public health decision making among managers and policy-makers". This review will be published by the CPHG and is currently at protocol stage.

To access this protocol - click here

Resources to support knowledge translation and exchange

The National Collaborating Centre for Methods and Tools in Canada has created a registry of tools that aim to support knowledge translation. For more information - click here

The CPHG has developed brief guidance to help review authors consider how to engage with the media to communicate their review findings.