Research services
I have extensive experience working on research projects with a range of rural communities, government and academic institutions, organizations and projects. I've been part of the entire research process from design to evaluation, as a researcher, research coordinator, and report author.
CV available upon request
- Skilled researcher and coordinator for projects in environment, education and health, from research design and data collection through analysis and evaluation
- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholders to meet project objectives, strengthened while working closely with rural, resource-based and Indigenous communities and partner organizations
- Excellent communication skills with experience developing a range of materials such as research papers and summaries; project reports; PowerPoint presentations; briefing notes; and educational materials (e.g. website copy) for diverse audiences (community, academic, general public, project team, NGOs, government, and low literacy audiences)
- Adept at group facilitation using visual / graphic tools cultivated through participation in community workshops, research and education programs for youth and adults
- Professional experience working in complex environments and on sensitive topics, with an ability to work independently or collaboratively while managing diverse responsibilities
- More than 15 years of experience working with Indigenous communities, organizations and governments – Inuit, Innu and Mi’kmaq – at local, regional and federal levels
CV available upon request
What people are saying
“I hired Libby as research manager and researcher on a project which worked with Northern and Indigenous women considering the impacts of resource-based economic development on the social fabric of their community. The work took place in Labrador, which added a significant layer of complexity for logistics and communication. Libby did everything: Keeping in contact with the participants, booking meeting space, arranging for transportation to our meetings, organizing meals, keeping track of the budget, gathering workshop materials, photographing and audio-recording the research. She did all this while keeping an eye on both the big picture (doing research, reviewing data and disseminating results) and the day-to-day details of working with the local women and organizations involved.
“Libby also brought considerable creative input to the work we did – designing and commissioning theatrical props for the project showcase (by women). She made sure the cultural values of the women were honoured at every turn. She was critical to the success of a project that involved sensitive topics and significant challenges. She is a flexible, reliable and conscientious team member, adept at attending to both the academic aspects and the community-level experience of research.”
Gail Baikie, Dalhousie University
“Libby also brought considerable creative input to the work we did – designing and commissioning theatrical props for the project showcase (by women). She made sure the cultural values of the women were honoured at every turn. She was critical to the success of a project that involved sensitive topics and significant challenges. She is a flexible, reliable and conscientious team member, adept at attending to both the academic aspects and the community-level experience of research.”
Gail Baikie, Dalhousie University