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  • Dr. Beverly Kingston is a distinguished figure in the field of violence prevention, known for her expertise and commitment to community empowerment. With a background in political theory from Michigan State University, Dr. Kingston's early career began in Houston where she spearheaded community initiatives aimed at reducing youth violence. Her personal experiences and academic pursuits propelled her to seek a deeper understanding of societal issues, leading her to graduate studies in sociology. Dr. Kingston is currently positioned at the University of Colorado in Boulder, where she directs the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence (CSPV). Her proactive approach has been instrumental in creating collaborative, evidence-based strategies with communities for lasting change.Episode Summary:In this episode of the Credible Messenger podcast, host Jonathan McMillan welcomes Dr. Beverly Kingston – a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in the realm of violence prevention. Dr. Kingston’s journey from personal challenges to academic accolades reflects a steadfast dedication to promoting safer communities and better societal systems. Engaged in both the theoretical underpinnings and practical solutions to violence, she shares insightful narratives from her life’s work.Dr. Kingston explains the significance of unpacking societal values and their impact on issues like youth violence and bullying. The conversation delves into the compelling story of her career, highlighting her transformation from a political theory graduate to a respected voice in the public health approach to violence prevention. Offering a glimpse into their comprehensive, data-driven collaborations, Dr. Kingston and Jonathan discuss the nuanced relationship between academia and grassroots community initiatives. They further discuss the effectiveness of community-led strategies, the challenges of research funding, and the paramount importance of involving the community in framing the research questions and interventions.Key Takeaways:Community coalitions play a pivotal role in violence prevention, with their effectiveness measured through data analysis and evaluation of local interventions.The partnership between researchers and communities leads to comprehensive solutions for violence prevention, blending scientific evidence with lived experiences.The meaningful involvement of communities in research processes combats the traditional 'hit and run' approach, fostering trust and ensuring relevance.Dr. Kingston emphasizes a model for future work that combines community activation with university research partnerships, advocating for equitable funding and representation.CSPV's initiatives, such as Youth University and Game Changers, are key in engaging young people and providing them with diverse career pathways within violence prevention.Resources:CSPV website: https://cspv.colorado.edu/Beverly Kingston beverly.kingston@colorado.edu Chapters:0:00:00Introduction to the podcast and guest, Dr. Beverly Kingston'0:02:06Dr. Kingston's personal experiences and motivation to work in violence prevention0:04:51Dr. Kingston's involvement in community mobilization and violence prevention in Houston0:08:07Decision to pursue graduate school and study program evaluation'0:09:36Discovering the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence at the University of Colorado0:11:45Discussion on the relevance of political theory in understanding societal issues0:13:41Exploring the relationship between broader social forces and violence0:15:29Importance of evaluating the effectiveness of violence prevention strategies0:16:38The effectiveness of community-led strategies can be tested through scientific methods.0:18:16Research strategies to measure the impact of interventions and the challenges. 0:22:39The importance of measuring impact and documenting results to secure funding for community initiatives.0:24:49The history of the partnership between CU Boulder and the community coalitions in Denver.0:26:48The importance of building trust and long-term commitment in the university-community partnership.0:29:45Highlighting the collaborative nature of the research projects, with the community having a significant role in determining the interventions.0:30:44The importance of partnership and elevating the lived experience and knowledge of the community in addressing violence.0:31:25The impact of racism on risk and protective factors in communities.0:32:07The importance of community involvement in research and problem-solving.0:33:38The empowerment of individuals with lived experience in shaping research and funding.0:35:13Matching evidence-based programs to community-identified risk and protective factors.0:36:50The need to develop evidence-based programs that fit the context of communities of color.0:37:45Building the evidence base for community-rooted programs and securing funding.0:39:16The future of partnerships between universities and communities ...
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Dr. Beverly Kingston is a distinguished figure in the field of violence prevention, known for her expertise and commitment to community empowerment. With a background in political theory from Michigan State University, Dr. Kingston's early career began in Houston where she spearheaded community initiatives aimed at reducing youth violence. Her personal experiences and academic pursuits propelled her to seek a deeper understanding of societal issues, leading her to graduate studies in sociology. Dr. Kingston is currently positioned at the University of Colorado in Boulder, where she directs the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence (CSPV). Her proactive approach has been instrumental in creating collaborative, evidence-based strategies with communities for lasting change.Episode Summary:In this episode of the Credible Messenger podcast, host Jonathan McMillan welcomes Dr. Beverly Kingston – a beacon of hope and a catalyst for change in the realm of violence prevention. Dr. Kingston’s journey from personal challenges to academic accolades reflects a steadfast dedication to promoting safer communities and better societal systems. Engaged in both the theoretical underpinnings and practical solutions to violence, she shares insightful narratives from her life’s work.Dr. Kingston explains the significance of unpacking societal values and their impact on issues like youth violence and bullying. The conversation delves into the compelling story of her career, highlighting her transformation from a political theory graduate to a respected voice in the public health approach to violence prevention. Offering a glimpse into their comprehensive, data-driven collaborations, Dr. Kingston and Jonathan discuss the nuanced relationship between academia and grassroots community initiatives. They further discuss the effectiveness of community-led strategies, the challenges of research funding, and the paramount importance of involving the community in framing the research questions and interventions.Key Takeaways:Community coalitions play a pivotal role in violence prevention, with their effectiveness measured through data analysis and evaluation of local interventions.The partnership between researchers and communities leads to comprehensive solutions for violence prevention, blending scientific evidence with lived experiences.The meaningful involvement of communities in research processes combats the traditional 'hit and run' approach, fostering trust and ensuring relevance.Dr. Kingston emphasizes a model for future work that combines community activation with university research partnerships, advocating for equitable funding and representation.CSPV's initiatives, such as Youth University and Game Changers, are key in engaging young people and providing them with diverse career pathways within violence prevention.Resources:CSPV website: https://cspv.colorado.edu/Beverly Kingston beverly.kingston@colorado.edu Chapters:0:00:00Introduction to the podcast and guest, Dr. Beverly Kingston'0:02:06Dr. Kingston's personal experiences and motivation to work in violence prevention0:04:51Dr. Kingston's involvement in community mobilization and violence prevention in Houston0:08:07Decision to pursue graduate school and study program evaluation'0:09:36Discovering the Center for the Study and Prevention of Violence at the University of Colorado0:11:45Discussion on the relevance of political theory in understanding societal issues0:13:41Exploring the relationship between broader social forces and violence0:15:29Importance of evaluating the effectiveness of violence prevention strategies0:16:38The effectiveness of community-led strategies can be tested through scientific methods.0:18:16Research strategies to measure the impact of interventions and the challenges. 0:22:39The importance of measuring impact and documenting results to secure funding for community initiatives.0:24:49The history of the partnership between CU Boulder and the community coalitions in Denver.0:26:48The importance of building trust and long-term commitment in the university-community partnership.0:29:45Highlighting the collaborative nature of the research projects, with the community having a significant role in determining the interventions.0:30:44The importance of partnership and elevating the lived experience and knowledge of the community in addressing violence.0:31:25The impact of racism on risk and protective factors in communities.0:32:07The importance of community involvement in research and problem-solving.0:33:38The empowerment of individuals with lived experience in shaping research and funding.0:35:13Matching evidence-based programs to community-identified risk and protective factors.0:36:50The need to develop evidence-based programs that fit the context of communities of color.0:37:45Building the evidence base for community-rooted programs and securing funding.0:39:16The future of partnerships between universities and communities ...
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