Becoming Part of EQUiPP as a Local Community Member

Who is a ‘Local Community Member’ for this Study?

In the context of this EQUIPP study, a Local Community Member refers to an individual who:

  • Is living with chronic pain, or has had chronic pain in the past, OR

  • Is caring for someone who has chronic pain, OR

  • Is a member of the general public with an interest in improving chronic pain outcomes in your community.

Can I take part in this study?

Yes! We encourage Local Community Members to take part in this study, provided you meet the following criteria:

  • 18 years or older

  • Fluent in English

  • Live or work in one of the following locations (or surrounding areas):

    • Mount Gambier

    • Naracoorte

    • Millicent

    • Hamilton

    • Ararat

    • Stawell

    • Horsham

What will happen if I join the study?

If you choose to participate, you’ll be invited to attend 1 to 3 workshops (2–3 hours long with breaks). These workshops will take place in person in the following towns: Mount Gambier, Naracoorte, Millicent, Hamilton, Ararat, Stawell, or Horsham. You may also have the option to attend virtually (online).

During the workshops, we’ll ask you about your experiences with chronic pain, pain education, and self-management. You’ll also help us brainstorm ideas for the EQUIPP education campaign, giving feedback on how the campaign should be designed and run. We’ll ask you to review and provide input on prototypes for the campaign, considering how easy they are to design, deliver, and make accessible to the community. After the workshops, you’ll fill out a short questionnaire.

Reimbursement for Participation

You will be reimbursed for your time and travel as follows:

  • Time: $35 per hour ($70–$105 total per workshop).

  • Travel: $20 each way for in-person attendance ($40 total per workshop).

These payments align with SA Health Guidelines.

How to Express Interest

To express interest in the study, click here to submit your contact details (name, phone number, and email) securely.

What happens after I express interest?

Once you submit your interest, a member of our research team will contact you to confirm your eligibility. If eligible, you will be officially enrolled in the study.

How to contact the research team?

If you have any questions or need more information, please feel free to contact Dr. Louise Wiles, Project Manager for the EQUiPP Project:

Phone: +61 8 830 22152

Email: Louise.Wiles@unisa.edu.au