Global Disability Ministry Study
March 13, 2026
The over-arching research question for this multi-year study is “What is the spiritual impact of a church-based disability ministry in the global setting?”
The over-arching research question for this multi-year study is “What is the spiritual impact of a church-based disability ministry in the global setting?”
Given the personal and organizational impacts of moral injury and the value of early intervention, the overarching research question for this study is how to appropriately implement an assessment tool to identify moral injury among healthcare workers working in four different faith-based multicultural (mission) hospital settings.
Meros Center is delighted to announce Dr. Shade Kolade as our first Meros Africa Fellow.
Serving from Uganda as the Meros Africa Fellow, Dr. Kolade will support the growth of the Meros Africa Network by identifying and collaborating with new partners, coordinating training events, and helping ministries measure and strengthen their impact through research and training.
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The conference will take place on 24 April 2026 at Uganda Christian University, starting at 9:00 AM.
Does weekly group participation in a faith-based wellness curriculum increase older adults’ physical activity levels and knowledge?
What are the best practices for cancer care staff to use the NCCN distress thermometer and problem list in their workflows to ensure patients receive holistic care?
Support the Meros Africa Network and gain experience managing international, faith-based research and training projects.
Maintain and strengthen the Meros Africa Network at the Meros Africa office in Lusaka, Zambia coordinating weekly and monthly tasks and travelling to support in-person events.
Meros Africa provides a collaborative platform for researchers, practitioners, and faith leaders to share resources, conduct research, and develop professional skills that advance health and wellness across African communities.
HIV stigma and discrimination among church leaders in Africa is an ongoing, complex issue
that continues to require involvement from many different sectors
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