Conduct qualitative and quantitative research on African American health issues
Evaluate community processes of participation in research
Identify and network with community members, organizations, and businesses that may have a strategic role in the development of public health
intervention and prevention activities in the community
Provide health and community data to community organizations, community members, and outside researchers
Facilitate contacts and contracts between agencies and minority groups within the community
Provide consultation on the processes of working within minority communities and on the health needs of ethnic minority families
Participate in health department planning activities
Participate on advisory councils
Participate in local health fairs and other events within the community
Function as a liaison for recruitment and retention of participants in community-based investigations
Develop culturally-appropriate health promotion materials
Provide training in community-partnered participatory research to medical students, fellows, and residents
Provide training in scientific methods, informed consent and IRB processes, and health issues to community members and students
Provide training at universities on ethnic minority health and social issues
Host meetings for health and social services programs within minority communities
Provide meeting space for community meetings held by CBOs or community members and for other community activities
