Improving health equity and justice in minority communities through community engagement.
DP24-004, PRC Core: Morehouse School of Medicine Prevention Research Center (MSM PRC): Advancing Health Equity and Justice Through Community Powered Implementation Science
['FUNDING_OTHER'] · MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE · NIH-10875056
This study is all about working together with local communities in Atlanta to improve health for African American, Latinx, and other minority groups by training local health workers and using community knowledge to tackle health challenges and promote fairness in healthcare.
Quick facts
| Phase | ['FUNDING_OTHER'] |
|---|---|
| Study type | Nih_funding |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE (nih funded) |
| Locations | 1 site (ATLANTA, UNITED STATES) |
| Trial ID | NIH-10875056 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this research studies
This research focuses on conducting community-based prevention efforts in African American, Latinx, and other minority communities in the greater Atlanta area. It aims to train local researchers and public health practitioners while utilizing community coalitions to address social determinants of health. By implementing evidence-based strategies, the project seeks to tackle health disparities and promote health equity through active community involvement. The approach emphasizes collaboration and the importance of local knowledge in shaping effective public health interventions.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation are individuals from African American, Latinx, and other minority communities in the Atlanta region.
Not a fit: Patients outside of the targeted minority communities or those not residing in the Atlanta area may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved health outcomes and reduced health disparities in minority communities.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success in community-engaged approaches to health equity, indicating the potential effectiveness of this methodology.
Where this research is happening
ATLANTA, UNITED STATES
- MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE — ATLANTA, UNITED STATES (ACTIVE)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: HENRY-AKINTOBI, TABIA — MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF MEDICINE
- Study coordinator: HENRY-AKINTOBI, TABIA
About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.