Student training in public health research and practice with the UMD-PRC!
The UMD-PRC provides unique education, research, and training opportunities for students in the area of SGM health equity. Our students gain various research and public health practice experiences through the UMD-PRC and affiliated projects.
We currently have two affiliated research groups that support student and postdoctoral training in prevention science: The Community THRIVES (PI: Dr. Elizabeth Aparicio) and SOGI Health research (PI: Dr. Jessica Fish) labs.
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The Community THRIVES Lab
Directed by Dr. Elizabeth Aparicio, the Community THRIVES Lab conducts community-engaged, transformative health research at the intersection of family violence, early childhood, and adolescent sexual health intervention.
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The Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, and Health Lab
Led by Dr. Jessica Fish, the SOGI Health lab convenes faculty, students, and community partners to understand and address how LGBTQ+ youth and young adult experiences with family, schools, and community shape their mental and behavioral health.