Nutrition & Physical Activity Research in Community Settings
Play Across Boston
Play Across Boston was undertaken by the HPRC in collaboration with the Center for the Study of Sport in Society and a broad-based community advisory board. From 1999 to 2001, the project led a comprehensive community-based assessment of physical activity programs and facilities for Boston youth. Findings were disseminated to community leaders to facilitate data-driven action for reducing observed disparities in physical activity opportunities in disadvantaged neighborhoods.
Youth Task Force
The Youth Task Force (YTF) is a group of high school students who conduct research projects that inform the work of the HPRC and its community partners. The YTF was created in 2002 to: 1) enhance the HPRC's research capability by providing access to information and perspectives that youth may be more likely to share with peers than adult professionals; 2) provide a participatory role for youth in the research process; and 3) allow youth to build research and leadership skills.
