The CBRS Annual Leadership meetings on October, 31 and November 8, 2023 brought together more than 40 directors of Canadian brain and mental health research institutes, early- and mid-career researcher leaders, Indigenous Knowledges Holders Group, and patient representatives. Together, the CBRS leadership engaged in reflection, strategic priority discussions for the upcoming year, and ongoing engagement and advocacy efforts.
During the meeting, CBRS leaders engaged in robust small group discussions aimed at optimizing resources to support talent and research. These discussions led to the initiation of a Resources Survey Exercise, aimed at creating an asset map. This map will systematically inventory resources at research centres across the country to foster a coordinated, collaborative, transdisciplinary, and open brain research ecosystem.
The meeting included discussions and rallying for advocacy, with CBRS leaders committed to encouraging researchers at their respective centers to participate in advocating for increased funding, policy support, and public awareness in brain research. An Advocacy Subcommittee was formed to coordinate and amplify these efforts effectively.
See the meeting agenda here.
Meeting report forthcoming.