This blog post, written by our colleagues at SIREN, highlights the growth of a longstanding partnership dedicated to centering patient and community voices in social care research. Through real-world examples, the authors describe how Experts by Experience have strengthened research and helped ensure it addresses issues that matter most to the communities it aims to serve.

PII summer intern Jonya Smith interviewed cancer survivor and ExE member Tammy Carr and gained a firsthand look at how lived experience can drive meaningful change. Tammy’s story demonstrates how resilience, compassion, and advocacy can transform personal challenges into opportunities to empower and support others facing similar healthcare journeys.

Summer intern, Jordyn Brown, spoke with Jacquelyn Lambert-Davis, one of our dedicated Experts by Experience (ExE) about finding her purpose and resilience. Read more about their discussion here, including Jacquelyn’s lived experiences and Jordyn’s powerful takeaways from the conversation.