Community Engagement Resources
Welcome!
Vision: Build partnerships between community members and academic researchers that lead to 1) a greater appreciation of the work we are each doing to create healthier communities and 2) an understanding of how we can collaborate to strengthen our impact.
Let’s work together to create healthier communities.
Core Co-directors
Belinda Reininger, DrPH - [email protected] - 956-755-0600
Lorna McNeill, PhD, MPH - [email protected] - 713-794-3765
Program Manager
Erica Cantu, MPH - [email protected] - 832-904-0082
Programs
Community Scientist Program
Experts from the community provide their expertise to researchers. Learn more
Solutions in Action Workshop: Improving Health
Researchers provide their expertise to community organizations to assist with identified needs. Learn more.
Community Health Initiated Partnership (CHIRP) Awards
Community members and researchers come together to collaborate on a community research project. Funding provided by the Center for Clinical and Translational Research. Learn more.
Translational Science Expert Panel
Community members and researchers identify important factors to consider when building partnerships. Learn more.
Houston Faculty
Maria Fernandez, PhD - [email protected] - 713-500-9626
Angela Ross, DNP, MPH, PMP, PHCNS-BC - [email protected] - 713-500-3991
Larkin Strong, PhD, MPH - [email protected] - 713-563-8930
Vanessa Schick, PhD - [email protected] - 713-500-9398
Northeast Texas Faculty
Kimberly Elliott, PhD - [email protected] - 903-877-1498
Jessica Escareno, PhD, MPH - [email protected] - 903-877-7397