At The Heart of the Matter is a Southeast regional event for hosting HBCU communities within the following states: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, and South Carolina. We are inviting our colleagues outside of the region to watch the plenary sessions on the CCPH Facebook page. Who should attend? - Patients and patient advocacy groups interested […]

African immigrants in the United States are one of the fastest-growing immigrant communities. Too often their experiences are lumped in with the experiences of US-born Black Americans. Because of language, culture, the impact of migration, and other factors, African immigrants have needs and stories distinctively different from US-born Black Americans. This discussion will provide an […]

At The Heart of the Matter Webinar Series launches with a review of cardiovascular disease ‘state of the community’ in the African American community. Join us as we hear from patients and community organizations working in their communities to lift the excess burden of cardiovascular disease in African Americans. Patients and patient advocacy groups interested […]

In this panel session, four students from the American Heart Association's HBCU Scholar program will present their research experience. LEARN MORE REGISTER FOR EVENT

The work of doing good requires resources to advance research, support student internships and community engagement. Find out about public and private funding opportunities, including the Patient-Centered Outcomes Research Institute to support community-engaged work in HBCU communities. LEARN MORE REGISTER FOR EVENT

As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect African American communities disproportionately, HBCU’s are at a crux to empower, develop leaders and create a platform for change. In this discussion, we hear perspectives from HBCU staff and students around challenges, effective methods, strategies, and outcomes in engaging HBCUs in the fight against COVID-19. LEARN MORE REGISTER […]