Community and Organization Partners

IPRCE and partners meet for the 2023 Emory Violence Prevention Symposium featuring a panel of leaders of community-based organizations who are actively working across components of the community violence prevention ecosystem.

At IPRCE, we understand that addressing injury and violence requires collaboration and partnership with the communities most affected. Deeply integrated community engagement within research is transformative for addressing the root causes of disparities in equity, translating knowledge into action, and increasing individual self-determination.

IPRCE is dedicated to promoting injury and violence prevention through genuine partnerships with community leaders across Metro Atlanta. By engaging Metro-Atlanta-based organizations with vested interests and expertise in preventing violence and injury among the communities impacted, we aim to influence the development of infrastructure and relationships that eliminate inequities in injury and violence.

Our extensive network of partners, representing state, regional, and local organizations and universities, is crucial to our mission. During task force and stakeholder meetings, these partners provide invaluable input on our strategic plan, including research, intervention, and outreach strategies.

Our partners are active participants on IPRCE task forces and serve as vital resources to the community. We encourage you to explore their websites for additional education, research, and program resources and information. Together, we can build a safer, more equitable community.

“Gun violence is an epidemic. It is also 100% preventable if we invest in public health frameworks and community-driven solutions. The IVYY Project, a hospital-based violence intervention program (HVIP), is proud to partner with The Injury Prevention Research Center at Emory to champion proven public health approaches to preventing gun violence so that everyone in our communities can live to pursue their dreams."

Dr. Randi Smith, Founder, Interrupting Violence in Youth and Young Adults (IVYY) Project

"IPRCE is a powerhouse of public health and injury prevention expertise and Shepherd Center is deeply appreciative to have partnered all these years with them. The work that we all do intersects beautifully through our joint task teams at IPRCE and The Governor's Office of Highway Safety. We could not do this work alone and greatly appreciate our partnership in making our communities safer."

Emma Harrington, Director, Injury Prevention and Education, Shepherd Center

"My experience in working with IPRCE has been fantastic! I value the ongoing collaboration opportunities and the incredible network of engaged researchers, practitioners, and colleagues who bring commitment and expertise to this group."

Michele Passonno, M.S. ED., Assistant Director, The Office of Respect

Funding

Training

Resources

  • Rural Community Health Toolkit
    • This toolkit provides rural communities with the information, resources, and materials they need to develop a community health program. It includes step-by-step guides, best practices, and case studies.
  • Evidence-Based Resources (EBRs)
    • EBRs are published reviews of intervention evaluations and studies designed to improve health outcomes. They offer valuable insights into what works and what doesn't, helping organizations implement effective interventions.
  • Plain Language for Public Health
    • This guide helps organizations communicate health information clearly and effectively, ensuring that it is accessible to all audiences.

  • Safe States Alliance
    • Provides access to research, data, evidence-based practices, networking opportunities, and training resources for professionals in injury and violence prevention.
  • The Racial Equity Institute
    • Offers workshops and training sessions to help individuals and organizations develop tools to challenge patterns of power and grow equity.

The resources below highlight some important intersections of injury prevention and health disparities.

  • Mental Health Language and Stigma
    • Provides guidelines on how to use language that reduces stigma around mental health issues, promoting a supportive and inclusive environment.
  • Communication Framing Guide
    • This guide helps organizations frame their communications in ways that resonate with their target audiences and effectively convey their messages.

Region IV Public Health Training Center Communication Resources

Our Partners