GROW PR Network’s March 2024
GROW PR Network Welcomes its newest member!
As part of our commitment to achieving positive health outcomes, we are thrilled to announce our new collaboration. By partnering with Puerto Rico’s Department of Health and their team of healthcare providers and researchers, we aim to enhance our efforts in promoting research initiatives, projects, and ideas addressing the evolving public health challenges facing our island.
Puerto Rico’s Department of Health has an organizational vision of being the agency that safeguards the right to health and promotes a preventive, integrated, accessible, and equitable system that appropriately addresses the public health needs of the communities of Puerto Rico. With an organizational mission to design and implement public health policies and strategies that promote, evaluate, and achieve healthy communities, comprehensively considering people and the factors that influence their health.
At Puerto Rico’s Department of Health, the vision is clear: strive to be the leading agency in protecting the fundamental right to health while fostering a preventive, inclusive, and accessible healthcare system that caters to the diverse needs of our communities. The Department’s updated mission includes the development and implementation of innovative public health policies and initiatives aimed at cultivating healthy communities, with a holistic approach that considers both individuals and the myriad factors influencing their well-being.
Together, we will leverage our collective expertise and resources to develop evidence-based strategies and conduct research that empowers communities and improves health outcomes for all.
GROW PR Network Highlights
Empowering Puerto Rico’s Healthcare Landscape: GROW PR Network’s Journey at the 44th Annual Research and Education Forum at the University of Puerto Rico Medical Sciences Campus
The 44th Annual Research Forum witnessed a groundbreaking milestone as the Generating Research Opportunities Working Together for Puerto Rico (GROW PR Network) showcased its pioneering efforts in stakeholder engagement and collaborative research. Amidst the vibrant atmosphere of academic exchange, GROW PR Network positions itself as a beacon of innovation, heralding a new era of transformative healthcare initiatives in Puerto Rico.
At the heart of GROW PR Network lies a commitment to team-based stakeholder engagement, bridging the gap between research data and evidence-based practices. The Network’s participation in the 44th Annual Research Forum was marked by the presentation and discussion of December 19’s meeting success, a dynamic semi-structured group activity. Employing Team-based learning strategies and context analysis, twenty-four participants representing diverse sectors engaged in collaborative exchange, drawing from their experiences and insights to shape the research agenda. Organized into four groups, participants delved into three key prompts, generating robust discussions and actionable insights.
The outcomes of the group activities underscored the urgent need to enhance access to healthcare services for vulnerable populations, including those with chronic health conditions, mental health needs, and marginalized communities such as HIV and LGBTQI+. Additionally, a consensus emerged on the importance of addressing medical literacy gaps between clinicians and patients in rural areas of Puerto Rico. Each group proposed collaborative strategies involving multisectoral organizations and key stakeholders, emphasizing the importance of accessibility, communication, and inter-organizational participation.
Join us at our next Member and collaborator meeting on April 23, 2024!
🌟 Attend Our Member and Collaborator Update Session!
Prepare to explore the most recent advancements and promising prospects within the Collaborative Research Opportunities Generation! From innovative project milestones to compelling training endeavors, our forthcoming gathering is ready to make a significant impact.
Your input and contributions are pivotal to our collective endeavors. Let’s meet for a stimulating dialogue that drives meaningful results. Save the date and join us for GROW PR Network’s updates! 🚀
Your participation is invaluable. We look forward to seeing you there!
Date: April 23, 2024
Time: 10 -11 am
Meeting ID: 886 5026 7492
Passcode: 173863
Funding Opportunities
Number: HRSA-24-016
Title: Opioid-Impacted Family Support Program
Award Ceiling: $600,000
Deadline: May 06, 2024
Description: This NOFO is offering funding to organizations that want to help families dealing with the effects of opioid abuse. The funds will be used to create programs and services aimed at supporting these families and helping them overcome the challenges they face due to the opioid crisis. Paraprofessionals are required and for-profit and nonprofit organizations are eligible.
Number: CDC-RFA-DP-24-0021
Title: Expanding the National Approach to Chronic Disease Education and Awareness
Award Ceiling: $400,000
Deadline: May 10, 2024
Description: This NOFO is inviting organizations to apply for funding to support projects that address chronic diseases not currently covered by existing CDC programs, with the aim of improving education and awareness around these health issues. Eligibility is unrestricted.
Number: RFA-AA-24-006
Award Ceiling: Not available
Deadline: Feb 19, 2025
Description: This Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA) is offering to fund projects that will develop new approaches to improve healthcare access and outcomes for women and girls in minority and underserved communities. The funding will support planning activities and clinical trials aimed at creating model programs or systems of care that can serve as examples for addressing health disparities in these populations.
