Table 4 Opinion leaders' network survey results in brief
Goals of network | • Dissemination of information |
|---|---|
• Exchange of ideas | |
• Maintaining inter-connectivity | |
• Consensus building through wide participation | |
• Influencing policy and media | |
Access | • 41 (79%) no access issues – reliable connectivity from work |
• 3 needed some assistance with email access (internet connection at work; compensation for access; help to post responses) | |
Obstacles to participation | • 47 (92%) identified lack of time due to professional responsibilities |
• 98% of those with connectivity willing to dedicate 1 hour a week to the network | |
• 3 people identified lack of connectivity as a barrier |