What side effects are associated with this type of intervention?

Cultural Humility and Social Justice Training, aimed at improving mentor-youth interactions and program effectiveness, generally focuses on fostering understanding and support for low-income youth of color. Known side effects or challenges of such interventions can include emotional discomfort or resistance from participants as they confront their own biases and privileges. Additionally, there may be initial tension or conflict as individuals adjust to new perspectives and behaviors. However, these side effects are typically temporary and can be mitigated with proper facilitation and support.

What prior FDA approvals exist?

There are no FDA-approved drugs specifically for the treatment of racism. The Cultural Humility and Social Justice Training study focuses on non-pharmacological interventions aimed at improving mentor-youth interactions and program effectiveness by fostering understanding and support for low-income youth of color. Such interventions typically involve educational and behavioral strategies rather than pharmacological treatments.

What other types of research exist?

Promising, novel alternatives to Cultural Humility and Social Justice Training for improving mentor-youth interactions and program effectiveness include: 1) Empathy-focused intercultural communication programs, which have been shown to increase positive attitudes and empathy towards marginalized groups. 2) Social cognitive skills training, which enhances understanding and interaction skills in diverse social contexts. 3) Community reinforcement and family training (CRAFT), which improves communication and support within families dealing with social and economic challenges.

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Behavioral Intervention

Culturally Smart Relationships for Addressing Racism (CSR Trial)

N/A

Waitlist Available

Led By Bernadette Sanchez, PhD

Research Sponsored by University of Illinois at Chicago

Eligibility Criteria Checklist

Specific guidelines that determine who can or cannot participate in a clinical trial

Must have

Youth is between 9 and 17 years of age

Be younger than 18 years old

Timeline

Screening 3 weeks

Treatment Varies

Follow Up 12 months

Awards & highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

Summary

This trial tests if training mentors in cultural awareness and social justice can improve their interactions with low-income youth of color, leading to better outcomes for these youth.

Who is the study for?

This study is for low-income youth of color aged 10-16 eligible for the Big Brothers Big Sisters program, and their parents who can engage in English or Spanish. It's also for mentors accepted into this mentoring program. Those not fitting these criteria are excluded.

What is being tested?

The trial tests a cultural humility and social justice training program for volunteer mentors to see if it improves interactions with youth and the effectiveness of mentorship programs. Participants will be randomly assigned to either receive this training or be placed in a control group without it.

What are the potential side effects?

Since this is a behavioral intervention focusing on training and support rather than medical treatment, traditional physical side effects are not applicable. However, participants may experience changes in perspective or heightened awareness regarding issues of race and social justice.

Eligibility Criteria

Inclusion Criteria

You may be eligible if you check “Yes” for the criteria below

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I am between 9 and 17 years old.

Timeline

Screening ~ 3 weeks3 visits

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~ 12 months

Screening ~ 3 weeks

Treatment ~ Varies

Follow Up ~12 months

This trial's timeline: 3 weeks for screening, Varies for treatment, and 12 months for reporting.

Treatment Details

Study Objectives

Study objectives can provide a clearer picture of what you can expect from a treatment.

Primary study objectives

Activities and discussions on race and social justice issues - Mentor

Activities and discussions on race and social justice issues - Youth

Activities/discussions on racial/ethnic socialization

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Secondary study objectives

Academic performance

Academic self efficacy

Adolescent Critical Consciousness

+21 more

Awards & Highlights

No Placebo-Only Group

All patients enrolled in this study will receive some form of active treatment.

Trial Design

2Treatment groups

Experimental Treatment

Active Control

Group I: Culturally Smart RelationshipsExperimental Treatment1 Intervention

The mentors assigned to this group will receive additional trainings and support related to Justice, Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (JEDI).

Group II: Control GroupActive Control1 Intervention

The mentors assigned to this group will NOT receive an intervention. They will receive the regular training activities that the agency provides.

0 / 1Eligibility criteria met

Research Highlights

Information in this section is not a recommendation. We encourage patients to speak with their healthcare team when evaluating any treatment decision.

Mechanism Of Action

Side Effect Profile

Prior Approvals

Other Research

Treatments for racism, such as Cultural Humility and Social Justice Training, work by educating participants on cultural humility and systemic inequalities, encouraging self-reflection on personal biases, and equipping them with skills to challenge discriminatory practices. These interventions foster empathy, awareness, and proactive behavior, improving interactions and outcomes for marginalized groups like low-income youth of color. This is crucial for patients of racism as it helps create a more inclusive and supportive environment, mitigating the psychological and social impacts of discrimination.

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