Can a school program curb violence disparities for students of color?
NCT ID NCT04026490
First seen Jun 26, 2026 · Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Summary
This study tested a program called Link for Equity in 12 Minnesota secondary schools with many students of color. The program trained staff to recognize racism and provided students with support, including conversations about microaggressions and trauma. Researchers measured changes in bullying, fighting, and discipline over two years to see if the program reduced disparities.
What this could mean
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Active substance
Link for Equity program (behavioral intervention including motivational interviewing, microaggression assessment, and trauma-informed care)
What this could lead to
If successful, this program could provide schools with an evidence-based approach to reduce violence and discipline disparities affecting students of color.
What could go wrong
This is a completed study, so results are already known. The program may not work equally well in all schools or communities, and its effects may depend on consistent implementation.
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University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55455, United States