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Focus Groups for Community Health
Trainings
We provide trainings for community health partners on a range of health and wellness topics. By sharing knowledge and resources, we aim to support thriving communities throughout the region.
Practical workshops for community health assessment, engagement, and learning
Introduction to Qualitative Data Analysis (Part 1)
Date: January 15, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Level of engagement: 3 – Collaborate & Contribute
Seats are limited.
Gain practical experience, tools, and tips in analyzing qualitative data to support:
Trauma-Informed Approaches for Community Health
Date: January 22, 2026
Time: 10:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Level of engagement: 2 – Pause & Participate
Seats are limited.
Strengthen your trauma-informed approach to advance community health. This interactive workshop explores trauma as a community health issue, describes the core principles of a trauma-informed approach, and provides practical resources and tips for implementation.
Introduction to Qualitative Data Analysis (Part 2)
Date: January 29, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Level of engagement: 3 – Collaborate & Contribute
Seats are limited.
This workshop offers a deeper dive into qualitative data analysis for those who have attended Part 1 of the workshop. During this workshop, you’ll learn how to:
Please note: Completion of Part 1 is a prerequisite for attending this training.
Focus Groups 101
Date: February 10, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Level of engagement: 3 – Collaborate & Contribute
Seats are limited.
In this introductory session, gain practical experience, tools, and tips in conducting focus groups for community health, including:
Focus Groups 102
Date: February 24, 2026
Time: 10:00–11:00 a.m.
Location: Zoom (link provided upon registration)
Level of engagement: 2 – Pause & Participate
Seats are limited.
In this second session, gain practical experience, tools, and tips in conducting focus groups for community health, including facilitation and next steps following a focus group.
Note: Completion of the Focus Groups 101 session is recommended.
Engagement Level Key
Each training is assigned an engagement level to help participants understand what to expect.
Level 1: Listen & Learn
Participation Style: Passive
Expectations: Attend and absorb information. No speaking or camera required.
Ideal For: Learners refreshing their learning, busy staff, or those exploring the topic.
Level 2: Pause & Participate
Participation Style: Semi-active
Expectations: Use chat, large group activities (i.e. polls or annotation), or live feedback. Camera optional, mic occasionally.
Ideal For: Staff ready to share ideas, learn from one another, dig deeper on a topic, or ask questions.
Level 3: Collaborate & Contribute
Participation Style: Fully active
Expectations: Camera and mic encouraged. Group work, breakout room activities, and co-creation.
Ideal For: Those implementing strategies, learners seeking hands-on experience, ready to share ideas and to practice skills or activities.
