 This study explored the experiences of people with spinal cord injuries, SCIs, and their partners in conducting and disseminating research and partnership. It revealed that these individuals experiences align with components of leadership theory, suggesting that building capacity for conducting and disseminating research and partnership requires a combination of factors such as seeing and valuing different perspectives, having inspirational role models, and developing relationships. This article was authored by Femme Coxtra, Lee Schaefer, Peter Athanasopoulos, and others.