SPRC: The Community Partner’s Experience

Abstract

The Science Participation Research Center (SPRC) has the overarching goal to increase the participation of under-represented communities (LGBT, ethnic/racial minorities, elderly, youth) in clinical research. A pivotal component of the Center has been partnering with a network of local community organizations in Worcester. This presentation describes the rationale, background, community engagement, and cultural competency training activities of the SPRC.