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This article analyzed peer-reviewed studies that tested strategies to increase research participation among older African Americans. The authors found that community outreach, face-to-face discussions, and partnerships with local organizations effectively increased recruitment of this underrepresented group. These strategies were especially effective when combined with approaches that emphasize transparency and mutual trust and involve the community as stakeholders in the research process.
Esiaka D, et al. A mini-review of strategies for recruiting older African Americans to Alzheimer’s disease research. Community Health Equity Res Policy. 2022. Epub Sept. 18. doi:10.1177/0272684X221118493.
f3a6921c039be2811b9eaac6f97d1404 Recruit & Retain Participants 2022-11-28T00:00:00Z Barriers & Facilitators Black or African American Communication Strategies Underrepresented Research Articles