Recent events in the U.S., such as withdrawal from the WHO and cuts to aid, have threatened global health research, especially initiatives focused on diversity, equity, and inclusion. This has resulted in closures of HIV programs and halted trials for malaria drugs, disproportionately affecting under-represented communities such as Black women, who experience higher mortality rates. To combat health inequities, experts advocate for unconventional research methods, such as employing the creative arts, to foster trust and engagement within these communities and ensure that health research is relevant and accessible.
Inclusivity in health research means embracing research styles that best meet a population's needs and priorities. Sometimes that might mean adopting approaches that don't look much like typical scientific experiments.
The creative arts are a great way to connect with communities that might otherwise be disenfranchised from science. Art can cross language and cultural boundaries.
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