Organizations:  The Meros Center and the Global CHE Network

Background/Context:

Working with CHE partners in both countries and support from the Global CHE Network, Meros facilitates, trains, and sends students to assist with data collection in Guatemala and Ghana working alongside organizational leaders. Through qualitative and quantitative methods, we work to better understand the integration of faith and health through the CHE model.

Research Question:

What is the impact of spiritual beliefs of households in CHE communities on health behaviors?

Study Aims:

Compare health status, health behaviors and spiritual beliefs of households in CHE communities compared to non-CHE communities in Guatemala and Ghana.

Impact:

Higher understanding of the affects of CHE in communities.

Open Positions:

1 Field Research Assistant – We are currently looking for a volunteer to visit Guatemala to interview Spanish speaking communities.

Timeline:  June 2024 – August 2024

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