RTP Chapter: Building Equity in Clinical Research: FDA Guidance, Challenges, and Actionable Solution

When:  Jan 27, 2025 from 06:00 PM to 09:00 PM (ET)

RTP Chapter: Building Equity in Clinical Research: FDA Guidance, Challenges, and Actionable Solutions 

 
This is a hybrid event
 
Location: 
NC Biotech Center
15 TW Alexander Drive
Durham, NC 27709
 
Event Description:
Join us for a focused and insightful session on enhancing diversity in clinical research, with a comprehensive review of the evolution of FDA guidance on Diversity Action Plans (DAPs) and strategic considerations for 2025. This session will examine systemic barriers and key facilitators affecting clinical research participation among underrepresented populations, engage participants in actionable strategies to enhance inclusivity, and provide practical tools for developing culturally competent and impactful Diversity Action Plans. 
 
Speaker:
Amy Garrett, DrPH, MA, ACRP-CP
 

Event Agenda:

  • Review FDA Guidance: Past to Present 
    • Food & Drug Omnibus Reform Act (2022)
    • Diversity in Clinical Trial Guidance (Nov 2022)
    • Draft Guidance (June 2024) and Feedback
  • Identify and discuss 10 common barriers and facilitators to clinical research participation for underrepresented populations.
  • Collaboratively develop best practices to outline 10 evidence-based strategies for increasing diverse representation in clinical research for underrepresented populations
    • Discuss strategies for community outreach and engagement and the need for tailored strategies that fit the population.
    • Discuss the need for diverse clinical research staff and patient navigation services
  • Q&A
Learning Objectives:
  1. Review FDA Guidance: By the end of the session, participants will be able to evaluate and summarize FDA guidance on Diversity Action Plans (DAPs) from 2022 to the present, applying insights to their research contexts.
  2. Identify Barriers and Facilitators: Participants will identify and discuss 10 common barriers and facilitators influencing clinical research participation for underrepresented populations, supported by case studies and current data.
  3. Develop Best Practices: Participants will collaboratively outline 10 evidence-based best practices tailored to increasing clinical research participation among the most underrepresented populations in North Carolina, creating actionable strategies aligned with local needs. 
 
Registration Information:
This event is free to attend. Click here to register.
 
After registering, please visit the event's community page to find the login information or any additional event updates, and to communicate with the event organizer. 
 
The educational portion of this event may be self-reported as 1 point toward an attendee’s Maintenance of Certification. These points are subject to review and acceptance by the Academy of Clinical Research Professionals in accordance with the criteria established. Attendees should keep a record of event participation in case they are randomly selected to participate in the maintenance verification process. The Chapter can provide a certificate of attendance upon request. 

Location

NC Biotech Center
15 TW Alexander Drive
Durham, NC 27709
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Contact

Chad Hunter

acrp.rtp.chapter@gmail.com