The Centre for Research and Innovation for Black Survivors of Homicide Victims jobs and careers

About The Centre for Research and Innovation for Black Survivors of Homicide Victims

Homicide violence disproportionately impacts Black people. The inordinate representation of Black homicide victims places already marginalized communities at great risk for compromised mental, physical and spiritual well being. Despite the prevalence of homicide violence in Black communities, research on the traumatic impact of murder on surviving family members and friends is limited. The scarcity of research on the experiences of Black survivors of homicide victims leaves researchers, policy makers, and practitioners with little evidence to develop culturally responsive evidenced-based interventions designed to support survivors as they bereave and grieve the murder of their loved one(s). The CRIB is a multidisciplinary social work research centre focused on using community-based methods and principles to advance research, policy and practice for Black survivors of homicide victims. We endeavor to lead this enterprise through the development of culturally responsive interventions, best practices and training for service providers and community based agencies.