LGBT
LGBT Population Overview
This toolkit provides information and resources to researchers working with lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender populations.
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Toolkit Sections
I. Historical and Current Issues
A description of the history of research with the population, along with special considerations for working with the LGBT population
II. Health and Research Practice
Links to articles describing best practices for providing healthcare and conducting research with the LGBT population
III. National and Local Data
Links to sources of data about the LGBT population
IV. Ethical and Regulatory Issues
A description of the issues related to ethics and regulations within the LGBT population, including submitting to the IRB
V. Recruitment and Retention Best Practices
Key considerations for bringing LGBT people into a study and retaining them
VI. Recruitment Templates
Links to existing outreach materials targeting the LGBT population
VII. Community Engagement Resources
National and local organizations working on issues related to the LGBT population
VIII. Researchers at UIC and the C3 Working on the Issue
Investigators at UIC, Northwestern University, and the University of Chicago conducting research with the LGBT population
IX. Measuring Instruments
Links to surveys and other measuring tools specifically made or tailored for the LGBT population
X. Program Announcements for Grants
Links to funding opportunities from the NIH and other organizations to conduct research with the LGBT population
XI. Community Stakeholder Involvement
Resources to community groups and individuals who would like to get involved with LGBT research
XII. Team Readiness to Work with Special Populations
This section helps research teams evaluate how ready they are to work with the the LGBT population.
Other Resources
Health Chicago Databook: Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual & Transgender Health