The Detroit URC: fostering health equity through 
community-based participatory research (CBPR)
for more than 20 years

The Community-Academic Research Network (CAR-Net)

CAR-Net includes community–based organizations, health practice agencies and academic researchers interested in conducting and disseminating collaborative research in Detroit. It facilitates information sharing and expands communications about research interests and opportunities through an online database. Learn more about CAR-Net and view the directory.

CBPR Partnership Academy

The CBPR Partnership Academy is a year-long program designed to enhance participants’ knowledge and skills CBPR, so they may apply this collaborative research approach to address racial and ethnic inequities in health in their communities. Learn more about the CBPR Partnership Academy.

CBPR Capacity Building

The Detroit URC develops and conducts interactive CBPR workshops aimed at building capacity within communities and institutions (e.g., academic, health departments, health systems, community-based organizations). Learn more about CBPR Capacity Building.

Grant Opportunities

The Detroit URC facilitates collaborative research through two grant funding programs. In both cases, the Detroit URC provides grant recipients with valuable capacity building support and mentoring. Learn more about grant opportunities.

Policy & Advocacy

The Detroit URC provides training workshops, technical assistance, and ongoing support to adult and youth community groups to enhance the capacity of Detroit residents to conduct effective policy advocacy efforts. Learn more about policy & advocacy training programs.

Get Involved

We offer opportunities for community organizations, health and human service agencies, and academic researchers: 

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Join the CAR-Network 

 

 

Build CBPR Partnership Capacity
   
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 Advocate for Policy Change

 

 

 Apply for a Grant

Highlights & Headlines

Information and Resources Related to COVID-19 Pandemic

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The Detroit Community-Academic Urban Research Center
University of Michigan School of Public Health (U-M SPH)
1415 Washington Heights
Ann Arbor, MI 48109
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