VIVA Workshops – Launching the 2026 Edition

This TREMPLIN/VIVA Knowledge Mobilization workshop is back!

This is a unique and free training opportunity designed for students to learn the essentials of how to design, develop, and implement KM projects to successfully capture an audience’s attention and engage them in the exciting research happening across McGill institutions. 

Deadline to register: May 28, 2026

New deadline to register : June 1, 2026


Unique Benefits and Opportunities for Participants

  • Participants will have the opportunity to secure a spot in SAT (Société des arts technologiques) courses offered during Fall and Winter 2026–2027.
  • Participants will receive mentorship and guidance in the design and implementation of their own knowledge mobilization projects. Team-based projects are strongly encouraged.
  • Participants will be eligible to apply for dedicated funding opportunities to support the development and implementation of their knowledge mobilization initiatives. 

Schedule

This year’s event will take place in-person at the Douglas Research Center, over the course of 4 half-days. Fifth session/class will also be implemented in which participants will present their knowledge mobilization projects and receive feedback from the group and facilitators. Attendees will learn the following:


Class 1: Monday, June 8 (10:00am to 12:00pm)

  • What is Knowledge Mobilization (KM)? What is it not?
  • Using Design Thinking to Create a KM Plan  

Class 2: Tuesday, June 9 (10:00am to 12:00pm)

  • Mastering Skills for Communicating with the Media

Class 3: Monday, June 15 (10:00am to 12:00pm)

  • Social Media, Podcasts, and Knowledge Mobilization

Class 4: Tuesday, June 16 (10:00am to 12:00pm)

  • Discussing sensitive topics

Class 5: TBD

Potential participants must apply to be accepted in the workshop, by filling out the registration form below.


Eligibility:

Douglas PIs, research assistants, students (permission from their supervisors)


Registration Information:

Please describe the research topic that you would like to present (150 words)

Online registration, from May 20, 2026 to June 1, 2026