Preventing youth violence in Kansas City
CE21-005 - CDC Youth Violence Prevention Center- Kansas City (YVPC- KC): Evaluation of a Comprehensive Approach to Address Youth Violence
This study is looking at ways to help reduce youth violence in Kansas City, especially among Black and Latinx young people, by trying out two programs that aim to support and empower the community.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Kansas Lawrence NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lawrence, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10840755 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on addressing the critical issue of youth violence in the Kansas City metro area, where homicide rates among youth are significantly higher than the national average. The project aims to implement and evaluate the ThrYve model, which includes two key strategies: ThrYve4Change, a youth mobilization initiative, and REVIVE, a hospital-based violence prevention program. By targeting neighborhoods with high rates of youth violence, particularly among Black and Latinx youth, the research seeks to reduce youth homicides and related injuries through a comprehensive, community-focused approach.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research include youth aged 10 to 24 living in high-violence neighborhoods in the Kansas City metro area, particularly those from Black and Latinx communities.
Not a fit: Patients who do not reside in the Kansas City metro area or who are outside the targeted age range may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to a significant reduction in youth violence and improve safety for young people in the Kansas City area.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown success with community-based violence prevention programs, indicating that similar approaches may be effective in reducing youth violence.
Where this research is happening
Lawrence, United States
- University of Kansas Lawrence — Lawrence, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Thompson, Jomella — University of Kansas Lawrence
- Study coordinator: Thompson, Jomella
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.