Theme | Subthemes |
Reciprocal trust is needed between the academic researcher and the community partners | - Circles of relationships representing levels of boundaries
- Researchers have to build relationships with the community
- Context/activities of research activities gives meaning for research
- Participation is linked to the purpose and expectations
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Perceptions about the purpose, research intent and expectations led to the vetting of researchers | - Personal relationships
- Local gatherings
- Local media
- Relationships with local organizations and groups
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Expectations of roles and responsibilities of the researcher(s) reflected meaningfulness of the interaction | - Know the community before coming into it
- Researcher’s actions and appearance
- Gain community support
- Researcher characteristics
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