Selected Workshops & Seminars (2015-2025)

Given, Lisa M. 2025. “Are you prepared for an (ethical and sustainable) AI future? Strategies to help you on your journey.” AI Learning Group, Deakin University Library, Melbourne (virtual), Australia, November.

Given, Lisa M., and Joann Cattlin. 2025. “Using theory of change to map pathways to impact: A workshop.” MRFF Long COVID Research Program – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, October.

Kelly, Wade, and Lisa M. Given. 2025 “Finding time for engagement and societal impact work.” Forward is Forward, Queensland University of Technology. Melbourne (virtual), Australia, September.

Given, Lisa, M. 2025 “Developing beautiful friendships: Strategies for fostering positive research collaborations.” Joined-up Research Symposium, RMIT Research and Innovation. Melbourne, Australia, July.

Given, Lisa M. 2025. “Transdisciplinary research on AI: Strategies to inform project design for policy and practice change.” Academy of the Social Sciences in Australia/RMIT University, Transdisciplinary AI Workshop, Melbourne, Australia, June.

Given, Lisa M. 2025. “What does it mean to engage in transdisciplinary research? Preparing our researchers for future collaborations.” RMIT University, Research Leaders Network. Melbourne, Australia, June.

Given, Lisa M., and Joann Cattlin. 2024. “Transfix: Preparing teams for interdisciplinary projects.” Researcher Capability Development – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, November.

Given, Lisa M. 2024. “What does it mean to engage in transdisciplinary work? Preparing for future collaborations” Moveable Feast: Research and Collaboration Across Art, Fashion, and Textiles – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, October.

Given, Lisa M. 2024. “Engaging for impact: Exploring strategies for effective community engagement.” Global, Urban and Social Studies Mentoring Program – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, July.

Given, Lisa M. 2024. “Research integrity: Your focus, collaborations, and responsibility to stakeholders.” Early Career Academic Program – College of Business and Law, RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, June.

Given, Lisa M. 2024. “Strategies for assessing research impact: Setting the stage for success” Business Academic Research Directors Network (BARDsNet), Planning Day – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2024. “Using social media for research engagement, promotion, and impact” Social Equity Research Centre, Planning Day – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M., and Sarah Polkinghorne. 2024. “What does it mean to engage in transdisciplinary research? Preparing for future collaborations.” DMRC & ADMS 2024 Summer School, Queensland University of Technology. Brisbane, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2023. “Changes to the National Statement on Ethical Conduct in Human Research: A Researcher’s Perspective.” RMIT University, Ethics, and Integrity Office. Melbourne, Australia, December.

Given, Lisa M., Steve Sawyer, & Chirag Shah. 2023. “Publishing at ASIS&T workshop: Ask the editors of JASIST, ARIST and Information Matters.” Association for Information Science and Technology – the 86^th Annual Meeting. London, UK, October.

Innocent, Troy, Lisa M. Given, Dale Leorke, Danielle Wyatt, & Lynda Roberts. 2023. “Playable campus as a living lab.” Urban Play Network, RMIT University – Public Playscapes: From the Library as Playground to the Playable Campus. Melbourne, Australia, October.

Given, Lisa, M, Jeffrey Chan, Alison Bennett, Matt Duckham, & Calum Drummond. 2023 “Joining up with Generative AI: Opportunities for researchers and research practice.” Joined-up Research Symposium, RMIT Research and Innovation. Melbourne, Australia, July.

Given, Lisa, M, Sarah Polkinghorne, & Wendy Steele. 2023. “Transfix: Preparing teams for interdisciplinary projects and beyond.” Joined-up Research Symposium, RMIT Research and Innovation. Melbourne, Australia, July.

Dobrin, Sid, Karin Verspoor, & Lisa M. Given. 2023. “Generative AI: Constructing realities.” RMIT University – Adobe Creative Campus. Melbourne, Australia, May.

Lisa M. Given. 2023. “Preparing competitive grant applications: Lessons learned from the ARC.” RMIT University – Centre for Urban Research/Social and Global Studies Centre Research Seminar Series. Melbourne, Australia, March.

Lisa M. Given. 2022. “Adopting an impact mindset: Strategies for embedding social change in your research.” RMIT University – Social and Global Studies Centre, Planning Day. Melbourne, Australia, November.

Lisa M. Given, Kerryn Butler-Henderson, and Renata Kokanovic. 2022. “Addressing human experience in medical technology development.” RMIT University – MedTech Workshop Series. Melbourne, Australia, November.

Ankeny, Rachel, Lisa M. Given, Karl Huang, and Gary Pearce. 2022. “Open access and transformative agreements: What’s next? (panel).” RMIT University – Open Research Seminar Series. Melbourne, Australia, October.

Cattlin, Joann, Lisa M. Given, Annette Markham, and Rebecca Olive. 2022. “Exploring research practices for social change: A facilitated discussion (panel).” RMIT University – Social Sciences Week Seminar. Melbourne, Australia, September.

Given, Lisa M. 2022. “Writing qualitatively: Pain points & strategies for success. School of Management, Paper Development Workshop – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, August.

Given, Lisa M. 2022. “Research translation for impact: What every ECR needs to know.” Global, Urban, and Social Studies Research Centres ECR Network – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, June.

Given, Lisa M. 2022. “The challenges of mythical user design: Lessons from the wine industry.” Centre for Information Discovery and Data Analytics (CIDDA) Research Seminar Series – RMIT University. Melbourne, Australia, June.

Clark, Catherine, Michael Calver, Kerry Carrington, Graeme Martin, Nick Talley, and Lisa M. Given. 2022. “CAUL Read and publish agreements: Benefits and opportunities for Australian and New Zealand researchers.” Council of Australian University Librarians (CAUL) Procurement Annual Meeting Day. Melbourne VIC, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2021. “Research Portfolios.” SWAN Promotion Planning Session – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, July.

Given, Lisa M. 2019. “Planning your CV (including NTROs).” SWAN Promotion Planning Session – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, July.

Given, Lisa M. 2018. “Engaging for impact: Strategies for HASS academics.” Faculty of Arts Research Seminar Series – University of Adelaide. Adelaide SA, Australia, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2018. “Planning for impact: Issues for research leaders.” Faculty of Arts Research Management Committee – University of Adelaide. Adelaide SA, Australia, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2018. “Developing your 3-5 year research plan.” Department of Social Sciences, Faculty of Health, Arts and Design, Research Planning Day – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “The qualitative nature of impact statements.” Swinburne Research, Visiting Scholar Series – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, December.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “Developing your 3-5 year research plan.” Department of Education, Faculty of Health, Arts and Design, Research Planning Day – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, October.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “Developing industry partnerships: Tips for successful engagement.” SWAN Career Development Session – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, September.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “Research integrity and the publishing process: Navigating co-authorship.” Research Integrity Training Series – Swinburne University of Technology. Melbourne VIC, Australia, September.

Given, Lisa M., Megan Hill, Philip Paschke. 2017. “Engaging with Victorians: Identifying staff needs for developing effective online consultations.” Department of Premier and Cabinet, State Government of Victoria, Melbourne VIC, June.

Given, Lisa M., Megan Hill, Philip Paschke. 2017. “Communicating online: An evaluation of the Horticulture Industry Network website.” Agriculture Victoria, Horticulture Group, Melbourne VIC, April.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “Engaging with industry: Strategies for qualitative researchers to initiate and maintaining productive partnerships.” TQ2U – Thinking Qualitatively in Australia: An Introduction to Qualitative Inquiry. Melbourne NSW, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “Social media for research impact: Enhancing your academic and public profiles.” TQ2U – Thinking Qualitatively in Australia: An Introduction to Qualitative Inquiry. Melbourne NSW, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2017. “What does success look like (2020, 2025)?” (Panel discussion) Swinburne University of Technology, Research Planning Retreat. Melbourne, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “From epistemology to implementation: An introduction to qualitative research.” PhD Research Workshop Series, Swedish School of Library and Information Science, University of Borås. Borås, Sweden, October.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Social media 101 for farmers and producers.” Riverine Plains – Seminar Series. Yarrawonga VIC, September.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Social media 101 for farmers and producers.” Irrigated Cropping Council – Seminar Series. Kerang VIC, September.

Given, Lisa M., and Wade B. Kelly. 2016. “Taking academia to industry: How to initiate and have worthwhile conversations.” Pitch for Funds (P4F) Training Program, University of Canberra. Canberra ACT, Australia, July.

Kelly, Wade B., and Lisa M. Given. 2016. “Designing and delivering memorable presentations.” Three Minute Thesis (3MT) Training Program, University of Canberra. Canberra ACT, Australia, July.

Kelly, Wade B., and Lisa M. Given. 2016. “Strategic positioning: Getting involved in your discipline” DocFest, Charles Sturt University. Wagga Wagga NSW, Australia, June.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Harnessing social media and the web for research impact: Enhancing your profile.” University of Western Sydney, School of Medicine – Research Workshop Series. Sydney NSW, June.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Research adoption in the wine industry.” ARC Training Centre for Innovative Wine Production Industry Workshop. Wagga Wagga NSW, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Communicating effectively with research users.” Fisheries Research Development Corporation – Research Workshop Series. Adelaide SA, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Communicating effectively with an executive (research user) audience.” Health, Education and Training Institute, NSW Health – Rural Research Program Workshop Series. Orange NSW, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Communicating effectively with an academic (research partner) audience.” Health, Education and Training Institute, NSW Health – Rural Research Program Workshop Series. Orange NSW, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Social media 101 for farmers and producers.” Riverina Producers Market – Seminar Series. Wagga Wagga NSW, April.

Given, Lisa. 2016. “All the world’s a text.” Nerd Nite. Wagga Wagga NSW, March.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “The importance of connecting LIS researchers and practitioners.” Library and Information Science Research Australia (LISRA) Project Launch – Studying ‘research’ in Australia’s library and information profession. Toowoomba QLD (online conference), March.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Social media 101 for farmers and producers.” Farmlink Research – Workshop Series. Wagga Wagga NSW, March.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Social media 101 for farmers and producers.” Central West Farming Systems – Workshop Series. Condobolin NSW, March.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Social media for research impact: Enhancing your academic and public profiles.” TQ2U – Thinking Qualitatively in Australia: An Introduction to Qualitative Inquiry. Sydney NSW, Perth, WA, and Brisbane, QLD, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “Coding and categorisation: Laying the foundation for effective data analysis.” TQ2U – Thinking Qualitatively in Australia: An Introduction to Qualitative Inquiry. Sydney NSW, Perth, WA, and Brisbane, QLD, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M. 2016. “How to engage with communities: Strategies for enhancing impact and knowledge translation.” TQ2U – Thinking Qualitatively in Australia: An Introduction to Qualitative Inquiry. Sydney NSW, Perth, WA, and Brisbane, QLD, Australia, February.

Given, Lisa M., and Wade Kelly. 2015. “Are you getting through to your audience? Effective presentation and social media strategies for engaging with academics and industry.” Wine Australia Postgraduate Development Day. Adelaide SA, November.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Social media for increasing research impact: Enhancing your academic and public profile.” University of Alberta, Faculty of Nursing, Research Excellence Series. Edmonton AB, Canada, November.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Wine industry information-seeking preferences: Initial findings.” NSW Innovators Forum Orange NSW, November.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Social media 101 for farmers and producers.” Central West Farming Systems – Workshop Series. Wagga Wagga NSW, October.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Communicating impact: Strategies for sharing the stories of your research.” Research Institute for Professional Practice, Learning and Education Seminar Series. Wagga Wagga NSW, July.

Given, Lisa M., and Virginia Wilson. 2015. “Translating research into practice: Strategies for engagement and application.” EBLIP8 – Eighth International Evidence Based Library and Information Practice Conference. Brisbane Australia, July.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “User needs and means of communication: Targeting the message in the wine industry.” Australian Grape and Wine Authority Extension Day. Adelaide SA, Australia, May.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Coding and categorisation: Laying the foundation for effective data analysis.” Qualitative Methods – the 14th Annual Conference. Melbourne Australia, April.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Building a persuasive argument: Using the literature to your advantage.” Qualitative Methods – the 14th Annual Conference. Melbourne Australia, April.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Promoting your research: Using social media and other tools as pathways to impact.” Qualitative Methods – the 14th Annual Conference. Melbourne Australia, April.

Given, Lisa M., Dalgarno, Barney and Christina Davidson. 2015. “Balancing research, teaching and service: Tips from the trenches.” Schools of Information Studies and Education Research Seminar Series. Wagga Wagga NSW, Australia, April.

Given, Lisa M. 2015. “Your life on paper: Strategies for creating and managing your CV.” Charles Sturt University Academic Women’s Association. Wagga Wagga NSW, Australia, March.