New program aims to curb youth violence by addressing racism and sexism
NCT ID NCT05743478
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Sep 04, 2026 · Updated 4 times
Summary
This study tests a 12-session program called Forging Hopeful Futures, designed to reduce violence among teens ages 13-19. The program uses group discussions and activities to help youth understand how racism, gender inequality, and economic injustice can lead to violence, and teaches non-violent conflict resolution and leadership skills. Researchers will enroll 720 teens from participating neighborhoods and schools, and track changes in violent behavior over 3 and 6 months.
What this could mean
Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only, not medical advice or a prediction.
- Active substance
- Forging Hopeful Futures program (12-session behavioral curriculum)
- What this could lead to
- If it works, this program could offer a proven way to reduce violence and promote healthier relationships among teens in underserved communities.
- What could go wrong
- This is a single study with no blinding, and results rely on self-reported behavior, which may not be fully accurate. The program is also intensive (36 hours over 6-12 weeks), which may limit real-world adoption.
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Study facts
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- Phase
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Not a phased trial
Phase numbers describe drug development. The registry uses this when they do not apply, as it does for trials of devices, procedures or behaviour changes, and for observational studies.
- Participants
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542 people
The number who actually took part.
- Started
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Jul 2023
- Finished
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Aug 2026
- Lead sponsor
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Other sponsor
The registry's catch-all category, for sponsors it does not file as a company, a government agency, or a research network.
Who can take part
This study's own entry requirements. Only the study team can say for certain whether you qualify.
- Ages
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13 to 19 years
- Sex
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Anyone
- Healthy volunteers
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Accepted
You do not need to have the condition being studied to take part.
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Inclusion Criteria: 1. Participants must be ages 13-19 (inclusive) 2. Participants must speak English 3. Participants must live in the participating neighborhoods, attend schools in the participating neighborhoods, or use participating facilities 4. Participants must be able to provide follow up contact information Exclusion Criteria: 1. Not ages 13 -19 (inclusive) 2. Do not speak English 3. Do not live in the participating neighborhoods, attend schools in the participating neighborhoods, or use participating facilities 4. Unable to provide follow up contact information
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Conditions
The condition(s) this trial relates to.
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Contacts and locations
Locations
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Population Council
Washington D.C., District of Columbia, 20008, United States
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University of Pittsburgh
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, 15213, United States
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