Presented by Chris Trethewey, Co-Chair of the FHMRI Consumer and Community Involvement Steering Group (CCISG), Evelyn Bennett, FHMRI Consumer Engagement Officer, and with Luke Selth and Jean Winter offering a researcher's perspective, this session will explore:

• How can consumer partnerships benefit your research?
  - Case studies and practical strategies
  - Understanding consumer motivations
  - Strengthening grant applications with consumer and community involvement (CCI)