Research

Grounded in Community

Community engaged research is at the core of what we do. Explore the publications and projects below to learn more about research initiatives and publications centered on uplifting our communities here in Pittsburgh.

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Research Initiatives & Publications

Our faculty researchers are constantly breaking new ground. Discover their latest work.

Research Projects


Mary Ohmer
Research for Power and Equity:
A community-centered collective efficacy intervention for prevention of community violence

Learn more about Dr. Ohmer's research.

Sara Goodkind & Jeffrey Shook
Creating Caring Connections for Youth: Evaluation of a Countywide Pre-arrest Diversion Project

Learn more about Dr. Goodkind and Dr. Shook's research.

Deborah Moon & John Wallace

Renew Your Mind: A Feasibility Study to Disseminate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Techniques through Black churches to promote the Positive Mental Health of African American Populations

Learn more about Dr. Moon and Dr. Wallace's research