Training community health workers to improve research in underserved areas
Training Promotoras/Community Health Workers using Culturally and Linguistically-Appropriate Research Best Practices
This study is all about helping community health workers learn better ways to connect important health research with the people they serve, especially in underserved areas, so they can provide more effective support and information to their communities.
Quick facts
| Grant type | U01 cooperative agreement |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Michigan at Ann Arbor NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Ann Arbor, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10673684 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This project focuses on enhancing the skills of community health workers (CHWs) by providing them with culturally and linguistically appropriate training in research best practices. The training aims to empower CHWs, who are vital in underserved communities, to effectively bridge the gap between clinical research and the populations they serve. By collaborating with major universities, the project seeks to develop tailored training programs that address the unique challenges faced by CHWs in diverse communities. This initiative will ultimately improve the translation of health research into actionable insights for these populations.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are community health workers and individuals from underserved communities, particularly Hispanic and African American populations.
Not a fit: Patients who do not belong to underserved communities or who are not involved with community health initiatives may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to better health outcomes in underserved communities by ensuring that clinical research is effectively communicated and implemented.
How similar studies have performed: Previous research has shown that training community health workers can significantly enhance the effectiveness of health interventions in diverse populations.
Where this research is happening
Ann Arbor, United States
- University of Michigan at Ann Arbor — Ann Arbor, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Murphy, Susan L. — University of Michigan at Ann Arbor
- Study coordinator: Murphy, Susan L.
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.