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Translating research into action by connecting patients, providers, and researchers to ensure culturally sensitive, community-driven health solutions.
Community-Centered Research
We support and staff research projects that are driven by the needs, voices, and lived experiences of underserved communities. By prioritizing equity and cultural relevance, we help generate knowledge that informs prevention, improves treatment, and creates meaningful change in public health outcomes.
Identify Health Disparities
Disease research in marginalized communities helps to uncover disparities in disease prevalence, incidence, and outcomes. These disparities often result from complex interactions of factors such as poverty, limited access to healthcare, discrimination, environmental exposures, and more.
Cultural Competency
Researchers must be culturally competent to conduct research in marginalized communities. This means understanding the cultural context and tailoring research methods and interventions accordingly. It also involves recognizing historical traumas and acknowledging community resilience.
Understand Root Causes
Researchers delve into the underlying causes of health disparities. These may include social determinants of health like income inequality, housing instability, food insecurity, lack of education, and discrimination. Understanding these root causes is essential for designing effective interventions.
Equitable Access to Healthcare
Research findings should inform interventions that promote equitable access to healthcare services, preventive measures, and treatments for diseases prevalent in marginalized communities. This may involve advocating for improved healthcare infrastructure, expanding insurance coverage, and reducing financial barriers.