If you are interested in this pathway, you likely want to use knowledge you have, or knowledge you glean through research, to inform actions that address social issues and concerns. At the heart of this pathway is the idea of using research or coursework to work and learn alongside a community to address community needs. This pathway, while rooted in academics, is not limited to just students, educators, or those in a traditional research sector. Anyone can engage with this pathway to use research based approaches to solving complex issues. For example, you could volunteer with a nonprofit to conduct a literature review on an issue you are passionate about.