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Purpose

The objective of this research is to evaluate a multi-module "color brave" app-based intervention for parents of children in K-2nd grade, that guides them in how to initiate and proactively engage their children in productive, critical discussions around race/racism and anti-racism. This study will recruit a national sample of parents and their K-2nd grade children. The impact of the intervention will be tested using a rigorous randomized wait-list controlled trial design. The design of the intervention is based on research indicating that among children, positive intergroup contact with outgroup members, including vicarious engagement, can prevent or reduce anti-outgroup bias, in particular, when contact is based on common goals, cooperation rather than competition, and supported by external authorities. To evaluate the effectiveness of the program, a mixed-methods design will be utilized involving collection of a broad range of outcome measures through online questionnaire surveys, one-on-one interviews with parents and children, and parent-child dyadic interviews.

Conditions

Eligibility

Eligible Ages
Over 5 Years
Eligible Genders
All
Accepts Healthy Volunteers
Yes

Inclusion Criteria

  • Residence in the US - US born - Parent aged 22 years old or older AND child aged 5-8 years old - Ability to read and understand English

Exclusion Criteria

  • Residence outside the US - Non-US born - Eligible parents or children without eligible and consenting counterpart - Inability to read and understand English

Study Design

Phase
N/A
Study Type
Interventional
Allocation
Randomized
Intervention Model
Parallel Assignment
Primary Purpose
Prevention
Masking
None (Open Label)

Arm Groups

ArmDescriptionAssigned Intervention
Experimental
Color Brave Program 		The experimental group will be asked to download and complete a 6-week multi-module mobile app program designed to enhance and encourage critical conversations about race and racism among parents and their young children.
  • Behavioral: Color Brave Program
    The intervention will consist of a 6-week multi-module program that will be delivered via a mobile application. This program is designed for parents of children in K-2nd grade. Each module in the program will take approximately 30 minutes to complete, with lessons facilitated through interactive storytelling, videos, and games.
Other
Wait-list Control 		The wait-list control group will be placed on the wait-list for the first 6-weeks, the period in which the experimental group will complete the intervention program. Following the 6-week wait-list period they will receive the color brave program.
  • Behavioral: Color Brave Program
    The intervention will consist of a 6-week multi-module program that will be delivered via a mobile application. This program is designed for parents of children in K-2nd grade. Each module in the program will take approximately 30 minutes to complete, with lessons facilitated through interactive storytelling, videos, and games.

Recruiting Locations

Tulane University
New Orleans, Louisiana 70112
Contact:
WIlliam Johnson
928-607-3734
wjohnson7@tulane.edu

More Details

Status
Recruiting
Sponsor
Tulane University

Study Contact

William A Johnson, MPH
504-988-5172
wjohnson7@tulane.edu

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