Using schools to help communities recover from COVID-19
Empowering schools as community assets to mitigate the adverse impacts of COVID-19
This study is all about finding ways for schools to help students and families bounce back from the tough times caused by COVID-19, by creating programs that support mental health, learning, and community connections.
Quick facts
| Grant type | NIH-funded research |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | University of Hawaii at Manoa NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Honolulu, United States) |
| Project ID | NIH-10406093 on NIH RePORTER |
What this research studies
This research focuses on leveraging schools as vital community resources to address and alleviate the negative effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. It aims to develop and implement strategies that empower schools to support students and families during recovery. The approach includes collaboration with local stakeholders to create programs that enhance mental health, educational support, and community engagement. By involving schools in community recovery efforts, the research seeks to foster resilience and improve overall well-being.
Who could benefit from this research
Good fit: Ideal candidates for participation or benefit include students, families, and community members connected to schools in the targeted areas.
Not a fit: Patients who are not connected to schools or do not reside in the targeted communities may not receive any benefit from this research.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could provide schools with effective tools and strategies to better support their communities in overcoming the challenges posed by COVID-19.
How similar studies have performed: While the specific approach of using schools as community assets is innovative, similar initiatives in other contexts have shown promise in enhancing community resilience during crises.
Where this research is happening
Honolulu, United States
- University of Hawaii at Manoa — Honolulu, United States (Active)
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Okihiro, May Michiko — University of Hawaii at Manoa
- Study coordinator: Okihiro, May Michiko
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.