This report summarizes findings from a literature review, exploring the context and best ways of carrying out engagement of People with Lived Experience (PWLE) at the system level. It is an important resource to help organizations think critically about engagement work and improve the way they infuse this analysis to influence system-change.

Key findings of the report include:

• A robust definition of meaningful engagement of persons with lived experience of mental health and addiction issues in system-level work;
• An analysis of how shifts in organizational culture and practices are required to facilitate meaningful engagement of persons with lived experience in improving the mental health and addiction system
• Frameworks for meaningful engagement and inclusion of PWLE at the system-level

Download the report here.