K4C Mentor Training Programme, Mizan Hub

Dr. Anshuman Karol was invited as one of the facilitators for the K4C Mentor Training Programme (K4C-MTP) from October 5–13, 2024 by the Mizan Knowledge for Change (K4C) Hub at the International Youth Centre, Kuala Lumpur (IYCKUL). The K4C-MTP is a 21-week global training program, developed by PRIA and the UNESCO Chair in Community-Based Research and Social Responsibility in Higher Education, based at the University of Victoria (UVic), Canada. USIM serves as the Regional Training Centre for K4C in Asia, with IYCKUL as the Asia K4C Residency Centre.

The first day of the K4C Regional Residency kicked off with an inspiring session where mentors reflected on their personal journeys and shared key learning experiences. On the second day, the mentors delved into understanding and practicing the vital role that community-university partnerships play in working towards the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).The third day brought hands-on learning, where mentors were introduced to Community-Based Participatory Research (CBPR) tools such as photovoice, video, songs, and roleplay.