Community Health PIER

Community Health PIER (Partnership for Innovation, Education, and Research) is a non-profit community-based research network (CBRN) based in Jackson, Mississippi. The organization serves as a vital link between academic researchers and local communities, focusing on reducing health disparities through community-engaged research and health education. CH PIER specializes in the recruitment of diverse populations for clinical trials and the implementation of evidence-based interventions for chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, and obesity. By fostering collaborative partnerships between healthcare providers and community stakeholders, the organization ensures that health research is culturally relevant and impactful for underserved residents in the Deep South.