Policies & Procedures

Patient and Public Partner Appreciation Policy and Procedure

We recognize the important contributions patient partners make by participating in various activities of the Alliance. This document describes the policy and procedure that the Alliance has adopted to show timely and appropriate appreciation of patient partner involvement.

As of January 1, 2024, the hourly compensation rate has been increased to $40 per hour. We are in the process of updating our policy to reflect this change.


Conflicts of Interest Disclosure Policy

The Alliance policy requires all members to fully disclose any real, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest (COI) prior to participation in Alliance activities. This document provides guidance on identification and management of any potential influences of COI.

To complete a COI declaration, access the web-based form.

Feedback about our COI policy
“Kudos to the leadership of the SPOR Evidence Alliance for the recently approved ‘Conflicts of Interest Disclosure Policy’ - it provides the foundation for transparent processes to identify and address real, potential and perceived conflicts of interest for its members.”
Alison Hoens Patient Partner

“I really like the reflective questions. I often struggle with filling out these forms. Great to have everything defined so clearly”
Maureen Smith Patient Partner

“The COI policy is very impressive. Really appreciated reading it and seeing the well thought out considerations. ”
Lisa Dolovich Researcher

“Kudos to the leadership of the SPOR Evidence Alliance for the recently approved ‘Conflicts of Interest Disclosure Policy’ - it provides the foundation for transparent processes to identify and address real, potential and perceived conflicts of interest for its members.”
Alison Hoens Patient Partner

“I really like the reflective questions. I often struggle with filling out these forms. Great to have everything defined so clearly”
Maureen Smith Patient Partner

“The COI policy is very impressive. Really appreciated reading it and seeing the well thought out considerations. ”
Lisa Dolovich Researcher