Our Mission
The work and activities of CCEDIR are guided by the ENGAGE goals. Each goal has a focus, and a set of activities and resources aimed at promoting goal achievement.
Engage in implementation research that promotes health equity and deepens community engagement We actively involve diverse community voices in every phase of the implementation research process, making health equity central to these efforts.
Nurture and sustain community-academic partnerships that are mutually beneficial We build and maintain relationships based on trust, respect, and shared goals to create meaningful partnerships that yield tangible benefits for both communities and academic partners.
Generate and amplify opportunities to create awareness, increase knowledge, and develop skills to engage in community-driven implementation research We generate and amplify initiatives that increase community awareness and understanding of implementation research, while equipping academic partners with knowledge and skills to effectively engage communities in implementation research.
Advance implementation research to better respond to, and align with, community needs and priorities We ensure that implementation research efforts are driven by community-defined needs, leading to more relevant, impactful, and sustainable implementation and health outcomes.
Galvanize and empower community-academic teams to implement effective interventions We mobilize the strengths of communities and academic partners to implement, evaluate and integrate interventions that are relevant and impactful.
Equip communities and academic partners to effectively disseminate research findings We provide tools, training, and support to enable community members and academic partners to effectively disseminate research findings in meaningful, usable, and relevant ways.
Communities are abundant with assets, gifts, and talents. It is not the role of academia to dictate, but to listen, support, and walk alongside them in their journey to improve health. The CCEDIR brings community and academic partners together to create transformative solutions that foster lasting health and well-being across local, state, national, and international spaces. ~Priscilla Barnes, CCEDIR Founding Director
