Equitable Education Project — Multnomah County Library

Researcher — Andres Lopez, PhD.

The RJC is conducting a PDX Metro community-based participatory action research project with black families and caregivers (Afro-Caribbean, African American, and African immigrants) to understand black children’s preparedness and transition to Kindergarten better. These efforts will aid the Multnomah County Library and child care providers to serve black families and their children better and as a framework to replicate similar initiatives for other communities of color. 

Communities of Color Access to Behavioral Health Services — Oregon Health Authority & Oregon Latino Health Coalition

Researcher — Mira Mohsini, PhD. & Andres Lopez, PhD.

The RJC is conducting a statewide community-based participatory action research project on communities of color access to behavioral health services. These data will lead to recommendations for best practices around culturally and linguistically appropriate care standards that the OHA will provide as a guide to their Coordinated Care Organizations across the state.

Report Hate PDX Data Analysis — Portland United Against Hate & The City of Portland

Researcher — Andres Lopez, PhD.

The CCC is working with PUAH to provide quarterly commentary on the data gathered from the www.reporthatepdx.com website. The website is intended for folks to confidentially report hate-motivated violence they have experienced in the Portland Metro Area. The analysis of these data will help PUAH and the City of Portland to track and respond to hate activity in the city.