Event: Pragmatism and innovation – collecting data in fragile situations during COVID-19

Co-hosted by our Research for Health in Humanitarian Crises (R2HC) programme and the Institute for Global Health and Development at Queen Margaret University, this free webinar shares practical lessons learned on data collection while conducting research in humanitarian and otherwise fragile situations, particularly during COVID-19.

The speakers reflect on the challenges of collecting data during an unprecedented time and discuss innovative solutions and emerging best practices. They also reflect on the ethical and policy implications for humanitarian and health operational agencies, research funders and policymakers.

Chair: Prof Alastair Ager, Queen Margaret University

The speakers:

• Ms Aya Noubani, American University of Beirut
• Dr Zeela Zaizay, University of Liberia
• Dr Parveen Parmar, University of Southern California and Mr Ruwan Ratnayake, International Rescue Committee
• Ms Roxana Mullafiroze, IMPACT Initiatives
• Dr Kelli O’Laughlin, University of Washington and Dr. Timothy Ronald Muwonge, Makerere University