Community Research Report

Research Objective The research highlighted the transformative effects legal access to same-sex marriage has had on LGBTQ+ individuals and couples, and the lack of adverse societal impacts. The literature review brought forward the increased marriage take-up by same-sex couples, a decrease in homophobic attitudes, and improved access to health insurance… Read More

Research Objective Even with legal protections, transgender individuals still face economic disadvantages compared to cisgender individuals. The study aimed to collect data on how employers, co-workers, and the general public view transgender people in terms of job opportunities. Specifically, the study wanted to understand attitudes towards transgender managers in the… Read More

What did we do? This study analyzed data from the Vanderbilt University Social Networks, Aging, and Policy Study (VUSNAPS), a large survey of LGBTQ+ adults aged 50-76 living in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee.We first asked respondents if they had a usual health care provider that they go to… Read More

What did we do? This study analyzed data from the Vanderbilt University Social Networks, Aging, and Policy Study (VUSNAPS), a large survey of LGBTQ+ adults aged 50-76 living in Alabama, Georgia, North Carolina and Tennessee. We assessed “Undetectable equals Untransmittable” (U=U) awareness, belief, understanding, and impact on risk perception among middle-aged… Read More

What did we do? The goal of this study was to understand parents’ experiences with navigating systems of care and inform the development of culturally responsive resources for LGBTQ+ youth and families in Middle Tennessee. We conducted focus groups with parents to learn about their experiences. All parents had children and… Read More

What is suicide loss? Suicide loss is the loss of a family member, friend, or loved one to suicide. On average, each death by suicide is estimated to expose 135 people to that loss [1]. More than 1-in-5 people will experience suicide loss over their lifetime [2]. The impact of… Read More