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What We Do

Community-Driven Approaches
to Advance Health Equity

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Community Trust

Fostering trust between health institutions and underserved communities by building authentic relationships, encouraging open dialogue, and ensuring that services are culturally respectful, inclusive, and responsive to real community needs.

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Health Equity

Reducing health disparities and ensuring access to quality care for all by addressing systemic barriers, promoting inclusive health policies, and tailoring services to meet the specific needs of underserved populations.

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Research Inclusion

Engaging diverse communities in research to improve health outcomes by ensuring their voices, experiences, and cultural contexts shape the questions, methods, and solutions that drive public health innovations.

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Public Awareness

Educating and empowering communities on public health initiatives by providing accessible, culturally relevant information that encourages prevention, early intervention, and active participation in health decisions.

Our Programs in Action

Practical solutions for healthier,
empowered communities.

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Community-Based Participatory Action Research Program

CTF’s CBPAR Initiative ensures that health research reflects the realities of the African diaspora. By prioritizing community-driven data collection and engagement, it generates insights that inform research, policy, and interventions.

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Community Health Navigators (CHN) Program

CTF trains and supports Community Health Navigators—trusted community members who guide individuals through healthcare systems, improve health literacy, and strengthen patient-provider relationships.

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Health Education & Awareness Program

This program offers culturally relevant health education focused on preventive care, chronic disease management, and correcting health misconceptions within African diaspora communities.

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Community Outreach & Engagement Program

CTF ensures that community voices are central to its mission by promoting trust, collaboration, and participation in health initiatives through this program.

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CTF Workforce Development Program

This program equips CHNs and public health interns with the skills and support needed to thrive, breaking down barriers and building a more diverse, community-focused public health workforce.

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