PZRC - Promise Zone Research Connection

Our Work
PZRC’s work focuses first on building the capacity and structural framework that will enable community residents and stakeholders to conduct meaningful engagement with the local research community. This includes recruiting and training PZRC members, the ongoing work of board development, and the creation of the West Philadelphia Community Research Review Board (CRRB). PZRC is also a partner in Community Based Participatory Research projects and conducts outreach and education in the Promise Zone community.
Our Community
The West Philadelphia Promise Zone (WPPZ) was one of four first-round Promise Zone designations declared in January 2014 to address challenges faced by people living in deep and persistent poverty. These efforts aim to create jobs and affordable housing, improve education and health, reduce crime, and empower the community.
Resources
Visit our resources page to find links to toolkits, articles and programs that promote community engaged research, as well as highlights of research that embodies our values and opportunities to get involved in local research projects.

The PZRC is bridging the gap between researchers and residents