Below is a list of organizations that support community-based research. 

Action Learning, Action Research Association (ALARA)

ALARA is a strategic network of people interested in using action research and action learning to generate collaborative learning, research and action to transform workplaces, schools, colleges, universities, communities, voluntary organisations, governments and businesses.

ALARA's vision is that action research and action learning will be widely used and publicly shared by individuals and groups creating local and global change for the achievement of a more equitable, just, joyful, productive, peaceful and sustainable society. See "ALARA Flyer" below for more, or keep browsing this website.  

Community-Based Research Canada

Community Based Research Canada (CBRC) is a network of people and organizations engaged in Community-Based Research to meet the needs of people and communities. CBRC came into being through the Community University Expo Conference held in Victoria, BC in May of 2008. At that event a group of Canadian universities, research networks and community organizations launched CBRC with a declaration that stated:  

This coalition of Canadian universities, research networks, and community organizations at CUexpo2008 in Victoria, British Columbia, is intended to enable and empower citizens across Canada to access, produce, and put into action knowledge that will make their communities more sustainable, fairer, safer, healthier, and prosperous.

Community-Campus Partnerships for Health

CCPH is a nonprofit organization that promotes health through partnerships between communities and higher educational institutions. Founded in 1996, we are a growing network of over 1000 communities and campuses throughout the United States and increasingly the world that are collaborating to promote health through service-learning, community-based participatory research, broad-based coalitions and other partnership strategies. These partnerships are powerful tools for improving health professional education, civic engagement and the overall health of communities.

Council for Undergraduate Research

The Council on Undergraduate Research (CUR) and its affiliated colleges, universities, and individuals share a focus on providing undergraduate research opportunities for faculty and students at predominantly undergraduate institutions.

Detroit Community-Academic Urban Research Center (Detroit URC) 

The Detroit URC is a community-based participatory research (CBPR) partnership conducting research and interventions to reduce and ultimately eliminate health inequities in the city of Detroit. This website contains news and updates, networking opportunities, CBPR tools, policy advocacy resources and much more.

The Institute of Community Research (ICR)

ICR is a nonprofit organization based in Hartford, CT whose focus is to use the tools of research to build community capacity and foster collaborative community-based partnerships.

Living Knowledge: The International Science Shop Network

Science Shops are not “shops” in the traditional sense of the word. They are small entities that carry out scientific research in a wide range of disciplines – usually free of charge and – on behalf of citizens and local civil society. The fact that Science shops respond to civil society’s needs for expertise and knowledge is a key element that distinguish them from other knowledge transfer mechanisms. Science Shops are often, but not always, linked to universities, where students conduct the research as part of their curriculum.

The Loka Institute's Community Research Network 

The Community Research Network (CRN) is a trans-national network of research and grassroots organizations conducting community-based research for social change. The mission of the CRN is to create a system through which grassroots, worker, and public-interest organizations and local governments can -- by establishing the agenda and controlling the results of research -- find solutions to social and environmental problems and participate more effectively in public policy. 

National Conference for Undergraduate Research

The National Conferences on Undergraduate Research (NCUR), established in 1987, is dedicated to promoting undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative activity in all fields of study by sponsoring an annual conference for students. Unlike meetings of academic professional organizations, this gathering of young scholars welcomes presenters from all institutions of higher learning and from all corners of the academic curriculum. Through this annual conference, NCUR creates a unique environment for the celebration and promotion of undergraduate student achievement, provides models of exemplary research and scholarship, and helps to improve the state of undergraduate education. 

Society for Community Research and Action

The Society for Community Research and Action - Community Psychology, Division 27 of the American Psychological Association -is an international organization devoted to advancing theory, research, and social action. Its members are committed to promoting health and empowerment and to preventing problems in communities, groups, and individuals. SCRA serves many different disciplines that focus on community research and action.

University-Community Partnership for Social Action Research Network (UCP-SARnet) 

Searching for solutions to global issues requires multicultural dialogue and action research. UCP-SARnet provides a platform for such dialogue and promotes involvement in participatory action research.  We invite you to join our emerging network of faculty, students and community activists worldwide. On this portal you may share with them your perspective on an impact cultural context has on organization and effectiveness of community programs. You may find here new ideas for solutions of local community issues. You may also find an inspiration for involvement in the global community.