The research I do in Beyond Social Services is not the kind you might think about when the word is said. We have done qualitative and quantitative research reports, but we also have been trying methods that involve the community in the research itself. A staple tool that Beyond uses is the community mapping tool, where we identify common trends and patterns in the community such as relationships, assets or strengths, and pain points. Issues that arise range from the cleanliness of the neighbourhood playground to food insecurity or chronic health challenges. When many residents cite a similar pain point, …
