Model Continuums of Care Initiative (MCCI) to Advance Health Equity and End Health Disparities Among Women and Girls in Racial/Ethnic Minority and Other Underserved Communities (U34 Clinical Trials Required)
ID: 352827Type: Posted
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National Institutes of Health (HHS-NIH11)

Eligible Applicants

Others

Funding Category

Health

Funding Instrument

Cooperative Agreement

Opportunity Category

Discretionary

Cost Sharing or Matching Requirement

Yes
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    The National Institutes of Health (NIH) has announced a funding opportunity titled "Model Continuums of Care Initiative (MCCI) to Advance Health Equity and End Health Disparities Among Women and Girls in Racial/Ethnic Minority and Other Underserved Communities." This initiative aims to support the planning phase of the MCCI, focusing on reducing health disparities and improving health equity for women and girls aged 15-44 in racial and ethnic minority communities, particularly those facing multi-morbidity issues related to mental health and chronic diseases. The program emphasizes the establishment of community-public partnerships, the integration of a continuum of care across various health domains, and the enhancement of healthcare access through stakeholder collaboration and evidence-based interventions. Interested applicants can apply for funding up to $600,000, with the application deadline set for February 19, 2025. For further inquiries, applicants may contact NIH Grants Information at grantsinfo@nih.gov or visit the opportunity's webpage at https://grants.nih.gov/grants/guide/rfa-files/RFA-AA-24-006.html.

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    The Department of Health and Human Services has issued a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) aimed at supporting the Model Continuums of Care Initiative (MCCI). This initiative focuses on improving health equity and reducing health disparities among women and girls in racial and ethnic minority communities, particularly those aged 15-44 who face multi-morbidity issues related to mental health and chronic diseases. The MCCI requires a planning phase (U34), emphasizing stakeholder partnerships, enhancing healthcare access, and integrating a continuum of care across various health domains. Key objectives include establishing community-public partnerships, addressing barriers to implementing evidence-based interventions, and conducting pilot research projects. The program encourages collaborations with minority-serving institutions and mandates a Plan for Enhancing Diverse Perspectives (PEDP) to advance inclusivity in research. Funding is available for clinical trials, with a maximum budget of $600,000 for eligible organizations, including higher education institutions and community-based organizations. This initiative reflects a strategic government effort to combat rising health inequities and promote preventive healthcare solutions among underserved populations, while fostering innovative research approaches that incorporate diverse community perspectives.
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