Levels of participation
| Levels of participation | Definitions-Vaughn et al3 |
| Inform | Information is shared with community members and could become more participatory if members ask for information relative to their interests. |
| Consult | Participants provide feedback to the researchers, as related to a specific decision point. |
| Involve | Participants provide feedback to researchers during the entire process. |
| Collaborate | Participant input is valued equally, as a co-leader in the development process. |
| Empower | Participants take a key role in leading the initiative to get others engaged. |