Advancing Knowledge and Policy for a Healthier Community

At the Asian Association of Community Wellness (AACW), we are deeply committed to ​involving in research and engaging in advocacy that address the specific health and ​wellness needs of Asian communities. Our efforts are focused on generating knowledge, ​influencing policy, and raising awareness to foster a more equitable and healthy society.

Our research initiatives are designed to address the unique challenges faced by Asian ​populations in the realms of health and wellness. Key areas of focus include:

• Cultural Sensitivity in Mental Health Care:
  
• Investigating best practices for delivering culturally competent mental health ​services.
  
• Conducting studies to understand the mental health challenges and stigma within ​Asian communities.
  
• Developing training programs for healthcare providers to improve cultural ​competency.
  

• Community Health Trends and Needs:
  
• Analyzing health data to identify prevalent issues such as diabetes, hypertension, ​and mental health disorders within Asian populations.
  
• Studying the impact of social determinants of health on Asian communities.
  
• Collaborating with academic institutions to publish findings and inform public health ​strategies.
  

• Wellness Interventions:
  
• Designing and evaluating interventions tailored to the specific needs of Asian ​families, including intergenerational wellness programs.
  
• Implementing pilot programs to test the effectiveness of new health and wellness ​strategies.
  
• Gathering feedback from community members to refine and improve our initiatives.