Other disempowered groups. Consumers struggle to be included in research. If diversity is the issue, be sure that only groups who have taken diversity into consideration will receive money. Consumer research should be on every consumer policy and advocacy plank. Organize, educate, and empower consumers to recognize the value of research on all levels.
Research can be the voice of consumers.
Consumers involved in research should reach out to advocacy to support consumer issues. Fund support for education of consumers around research. Provide education of consumers involved in the research projects. Develop technical assistance center for consumer research training and a clearinghouse for collection of consumer research data. Fund training institute to train consumers in research.