Johns Hopkins University Disability Health Research Center (DHRC)
Using data-driven approaches to shift the paradigm from ‘living with a disability’ to ‘thriving with a disability.
The Disability Health Research Center (DHRC) is at the forefront of promoting health equity for people with disabilities through innovative and cross-disciplinary approaches. We understand that all roads lead to health equity, and we work across settings, from healthcare, food access, transportation, housing, education, employment, and civic engagement to address the barriers disabled people face. Our work is rooted in the perspectives of people with disabilities and is strategically designed to shorten the timeline from research to policy change and societal impact.
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Strategic Goals
Improve Disability Data
We use our novel ‘disability data justice’ approach to improve disability data collection, use, and sharing.
Enhance Inclusion
We develop methods and guidance to increase the inclusion and representation of disabled people in research – both as participants and on research teams.
Develop Policies
We translate research and data into policies and guidelines that promote equity for disabled people.
Share Knowledge
We train researchers, convene stakeholders, and inform the public about disability data, research, and policy.