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 know that reducing injuries and violence means working hand in hand with the communities that are most affected. By teaming up with community members, we can uncover the root causes of unfair differences in safety and health, focus on real solutions, and empower individuals to lead safer and healthier lives.

We are committed to preventing injuries and violence by partnering with community leaders throughout Metro Atlanta. We work with local organizations that are experts in keeping people safe and who have a strong stake in protecting their neighborhoods. Together, we build strong networks and partnerships that help create safer communities for everyone.

Our extensive network of partners—which includes local, regional, and state organizations and universities—are essential to our work. In our planning meetings, they offer valuable ideas for how we conduct research, design our programs, and reach out to the community.

Our partners actively shape our work by sharing expert insights, advising on community needs, designing effective education and prevention programs that will directly benefit local residents/neighborhood/communities. We invite you to visit their websites to explore their specific programs, research findings and educational resources. By working together, we can build a community that is safer and fairer for everyone.

“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