From academic research to policy research: The case of caregiving studies

Abstract

Caregiving has always been my research interest. I have conducted a few academic studies on caregiving, with a special focus on foreign domestic helpers. As Senior Researcher in Labour and Welfare Bureau (LWB) (2019-2022), I conducted a policy research on caregiving, including monitoring a consulting team to study the needs and support required of carers of frail elders and persons with disabilities, as well as conducting a qualitative study myself. In this presentation, I will identify the differences between academic research and policy research, and present major findings and recommendations of the policy research which are, to stakeholders' delight, adopted by the government immediately. I will also share what I have done to gain the support of government units and other stakeholders in the process.