Understanding barriers to seeking help after violence for American Indian women in Wisconsin
Healing From Within: Identifying and Understanding the Intersecting Barriers to Help-seeking After Experiences of Violence for Wisconsin American Indian Women Through Survivor-led Research
This study is looking at the difficulties faced by American Indian women in Wisconsin who have gone through gender-based violence and may also be dealing with mental health or substance use issues, and it aims to find out how their cultural identity can help them get the support they need.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC. NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Lac Du Flambeau, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10927450 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research investigates the challenges faced by American Indian women in Wisconsin who have experienced gender-based violence and may also struggle with mental health and substance use issues. By engaging with the community, the study aims to identify the barriers to seeking help and explore how cultural identity and resilience can encourage these women to access support services. The research employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative data to gain a comprehensive understanding of the needs of these women. The study is led by Indigenous researchers and involves partnerships with local tribes and organizations to ensure cultural relevance and safety.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this research are American Indian women in Wisconsin who have experienced gender-based violence and may also be dealing with mental health or substance use challenges.
Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as American Indian or who have not experienced gender-based violence may not benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could lead to improved support services and resources for American Indian women experiencing violence, ultimately enhancing their health and wellbeing.
How similar studies have performed: This research approach is novel in Wisconsin, focusing specifically on Indigenous women's experiences, although similar community-engaged studies have shown promise in other contexts.
Where this research is happening
Lac Du Flambeau, United States
- Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC. — Lac Du Flambeau, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Luebke, Jeneile Marie — Great Lakes Inter-Tribal Council, INC.
- Study coordinator: Luebke, Jeneile Marie
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.