Community Stakeholders Research Articles

Assessing the effects of Enhanced Multicomponent Proactive Navigator-Assisted Cessation of Tobacco Use within a federally qualified health center (EMPACT-Us): a protocol study

BackgroundCalifornia’s relatively low smoking rate (10.1% in 2019–2020) (About CHIS, UCLA Center for Health Policy Research, 2024) masks deep disparities among low-income populations, where smoking rates are nearly double that of their middle- to upper-income peers. Low-income smokers report a similar desire to quit and similar rates of recent quit attempts as smokers from other groups; yet, they often face barriers in accessing effective resources to facilitate successful cessation.MethodsOur team will conduct a pragmatic stepped-wedge cluster, randomized controlled trial of Enhanced Multicomponent Proactive Navigator-Assisted Cessation of Tobacco Use (EMPACT-Us), a suite of tobacco cessation services supported by patient navigators, designed in close partnership with patients, providers, and community stakeholders. The study will take place at Family Health Centers of San Diego (FHCSD), the largest federally qualified health center (FQHC) in San Diego. Eight primary care clinics are included, where 70% (n = 13,496) of smokers at FHCSD receive care.DiscussionWe hypothesize that multiple points of engagement and integration of navigation services into the workflow of existing staff will improve utilization and cessation success. This study will examine if the enhanced suite of services offers insights on how to best integrate evidence-based tobacco treatment services into usual care.Trial registrationClinicalTrials.gov, NCT05750537, Registered on March 1, 2023.https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05750537.

Are urban residents seeking appropriate care for malaria? evidence from an exploratory qualitative study in two cities in nigeria

BackgroundUnplanned and rapid urbanization within Nigerian cities with the attendant environmental consequences may hinder achieving malaria elimination goal. Presently, there are limited qualitative studies on malaria case management and care-seeking patterns by settlement type in urban areas in Nigeria. This study, investigated malaria-related health seeking behaviours among different settlement types in Ibadan and Kano metropolises, Nigeria.MethodsThis qualitative study involved conduct of nine Focus Group Discussions (FGDs) sessions among community members and 20 Key Informant interviews (KIIs) with healthcare providers and community stakeholders in each metropolis. Participants were purposively drawn from three settlement types – formal, informal and urban slum. Pretested FGD and KII guides were used to collect data. Data were subjected to thematic content analysis.ResultsGovernment-owned health facilities especially Primary Health Care (PHC) facilities was a major place identified as where many community members prefer to seek care for suspected malaria infection. Reasons adduced included proximity of facilities and services affordability. A common viewpoint was that most community members in informal and slum communities in both metropolises often patronize Proprietary Patent Medicine Vendors (PPMVs) or drug sellers as the first point for treatment of suspected malaria infection. Adduced reasons included poverty and non-availability of 24 h services in PHC facilities. High cost of treatment, poor attitude of health workers, long waiting time and cultural beliefs were identified as key factors influencing community members’ decision not to seek care in health facilities. It was noted that the rich prefer to seek treatment in private hospitals, while the poor usually visit PHCs or resort to other options like buying drugs from PPMVs or use herbal drugs.ConclusionThe standard practice of seeking care in health facilities was influenced by diverse factors including treatment cost, health workers’ attitude and waiting time in health facilities. A commoner practice of seeking care from patent medicine vendors and herbal drug sellers among informal settlements and slums dwellers calls for public health interventions. Specifically, the provision of free or affordable malaria care in health facilities and patient-friendly environments; and training of non-formal care providers on appropriate malaria care and referral to health facilities are recommended.

Multicultural perspectives on building instructional capacity for multilingual learners: synergy of teachers, community members, and academics

ABSTRACT This design-based research study explored the feedback process, resulting actions, and changing instructional perspectives involving teachers, community members, and researchers leading to enhanced professional development offered to K-12 teachers of multilingual students. Specifically, the feedback from a community advisory council and teachers significantly shaped researchers’ approaches to designing and adapting a literacy course to address the needs of multilingual students’ caregivers. The findings underscore the importance of a holistic approach to professional development and highlight the multicultural perspectives that academics can discover by involving both community stakeholders and teachers in promoting impactful practices for multilingual learners.

Exploring barriers and facilitators to blood donation in secondary schools in Malawi.

Despite the Malawi Blood Transfusion Service (MBTS) increasing the amount of blood collected since its inception in 2004, Malawi remains with a 27% deficit in required blood supplies nationally. We sought to understand the facilitators and barriers to blood donation among secondary school students in Malawi. We utilised a qualitative exploratory design, with a sample of 135 participants purposefully selected from 16 secondary schools across Malawi. Data collection methods included in-depth interviews with 20 participants (inclusive of first-time and repeat donors, lapsed and non-donors), 20 key informant interviews (including community leaders, policy-level stakeholders and MBTS staff), and 16 focus group discussions involving 95 participants (community stakeholders and all donor categories). We used the consolidated framework for implementation research (CFIR) to assess barriers and facilitators of blood donation, focusing only on four CFIR domains: internal and external factors; the implementation process and individual characteristics influencing blood donation. Blood donation among students are facilitated by altruism, incentives including milestone awards, knowledge, motivation, transport, peer pressure and individual health status. Common barriers cited included: negative experiences with the blood donation process, fear, unsupported environment, poor incentives, privacy issues and the donation activities starting late than scheduled. While there have been efforts to motivate students to donate blood, significant barriers to blood donation still exist. Intensifying education and awareness campaigns may help dispel misconceptions and fears surrounding donation experiences and blood usage. Also, continuing with the provision of appropriate incentives including milestone awards may also encourage students.

Integrated Cultural-Educational Branding: An Innovative Strategies for Building a Sustainable Image in Islamic Primary School

The emergence of educational institutions shows the concern of society and government. The presence of new educational institutions with their respective advantages and uniqueness will add to the image and characteristics possessed by these educational institutions. In addition, there is very tight competition between educational institutions with each other. Educational institutions should have the right strategy. This study aims to analyze the role of cultural integration in branding strategies specific to Islamic primary education at the Islamic Association of Banjarsari Islamic Community Madrasah, Ciamis and findings that demonstrate how culturally relevant branding has positively impacted stakeholder engagement, student enrollment, and community trust. This study uses a qualitative approach to explorative analysis in natural settings. Data collection techniques by way of observation, interviews, and documentation. Informants included 1 head of Madrasah, 6 educators and educational staff, and 3 guardians of students. Data analysis techniques by means of transcripts, coding, grouping, comparing, and contrasting. Test the validity (verification) of the data is done by using triangulation of sources and techniques. The results of the study show: first, the strategy used to introduce the institution to the public is the existence of attributes on the brand, then the brand provides benefits to all stakeholders, the brand has values, culture, and reflects personality, and the brand gives an impression to service users. Second, the public's attraction to MI PUI Kaum is due to the strength of the brand (brand strength), trying to make the brand the first choice (brand favorability), and creating uniqueness in educational institutions that are not owned by equivalent institutions (brand uniqueness). Third, the implication in efforts to build a brand image at MI PUI Kaum is an increase in the number of students every year, there are contributions to development funds obtained from government agencies, the community, and alumni, increasing public trust in Madrasah Ibtidaiyah Persatuan Umat Islam Kaum Banjarsari.

Integrating Stakeholder Priorities for the Optimization of Care of the Preterm Infant in a Safety-Net NICU.

This study aimed to engage clinical and community stakeholders to create a prioritization matrix of interventions to reduce neonatal brain injury and improve neurodevelopmental outcomes. We collaborated with our community partner to establish a Lived Experience Advisory Group (LEAG). Faculty performed a literature review to identify neonatal neuroprotective interventions; additional priorities from the LEAG were also included. Project leaders scored and presented intervention bundles for impact. Stakeholder priorities for value/feasibility were obtained via questionnaire. Mean values were incorporated into a prioritization matrix. Themes from discussions with LEAG members included the role of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) parent, the experience of trauma, shared decision-making, communication and trust with the health care team, and bias in medical care. Five interventions were placed in the highest priority quadrant of the prioritization matrix: thermoregulation, maternal antepartum steroids, delayed cord clamping, optimized oxygen delivery, and optimized glucose regulation. It is feasible to incorporate community and parent values into clinically oriented neuroprotective intervention bundles for preterm infants. This clinical-community collaboration is vital to ensure that our project objectives meet the needs and priorities of the population it is intended to serve. · Including input from parent advisory groups supports interventions that meet the needs of families.. · Collaboration between clinical and community stakeholders can improve neuroprotective and neurodevelopmental strategies.. · Incorporation of clinical interventions into a prioritization matrix improves resource utilization.. · Five perinatal interventions were ranked highly for impact and feasibility in the prioritization matrix..

Community SDG Readiness Scale: A Strategic Tool for Bringing Stakeholders Togethe

Our aim is to create a tool for identifying early adopters of SDG projects among key community stakeholder groups, thereby enhancing community readiness and improving the success rate of SDG project implementation. Methods To develop the Community SDG Readiness Scale (CSRS), we employed a three-step instrument development method that involves item generation, questionnaire design, and the creation of an actionable visual interface. Discussion While still in its early stages, the CSRS tool shows promise by taking a systematic approach to SDG advancement, guiding innovators through stakeholder evaluation and providing a clear path for project implementation, while emphasizing both organizational and socio-emotional factors to foster collective mindsets and optimize time and emotional energy for sustainable community transformation.

Role of Religious Leaders in Fostering Inter-Faith Dialogue Amid Boko Haram Insurgency in Kano, Northern Nigeria

This paper examines the role of religious leaders in forging interfaith dialogue in Kano. It argues that religious leaders have been framed for mobilizing and instigating their followers for collective violence in response to other faiths in Kano over the years. However, the eruption of the Boko Haram onslaughts on Christians in the Northeast region and planned attacks on Christians in Kano created space for local religious leaders to mobilize their followers to forge inter-faith dialogue aimed at de-escalation of insurgency`s extremist ideology. The consensual efforts of inter-religious leaders culminated in the formation of the Kano Covenant in 2012. The peace pact cemented the fissures between the two faiths and entrenched the novel harmonious relationship beyond faith in the social, political and economic spheres. The paper explores the pedigree and credentials of the religious leaders, their motivations and convictions for fostering the interfaith dialogue. The pact transformed religious extremism into peacebuilding unprecedented in Kano`s history. The paper adopts the ethnographic method of data collection through the distribution of semi-structured interviews to religious leaders and adherents. Focus group discussions and oral interviews were held with community and opinion leaders and stakeholders. Others include close reading of secondary works including media reports.

Practices of Good Governance in Budhanilkantha Municipality: Local Government Initiatives

This article explores good governance practices and public service delivery by elected representatives and administrative staff in Budhanilkantha Municipality, Nepal. It examines local government initiatives and emphasizes key principles of good governance such as accountability, transparency, justice, and participation. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, incorporating surveys and interviews, to assess key governance indicators, including transparency, accountability, public participation, and service delivery. Likewise, a stratified sampling method was used to select 120 respondents from all wards of Budhanilkantha Municipality. The findings provide a comprehensive overview of governance practices in the Municipality, highlighting strengths and improvement areas. While awareness of governance principles is generally high, challenges such as limited public participation, delayed public service delivery, and varying levels of transparency persist. The research underscores the importance of citizen engagement and the proactive implementation of good governance mechanisms to foster trust, enhance service delivery, and support sustainable local development. The insights derived from this case study offer valuable guidance for policymakers, practitioners, and community stakeholders seeking to strengthen governance frameworks at the local level.

Eksplorasi Sejarah, Arsitektur, dan Konservasi Candi Tebing Tegallinggah sebagai Warisan Budaya di Gianyar, Bali

The objective of this research is to critically evaluate the historical significance, architectural features, and conservation techniques associated with the Tegalinggah Cliff Temple, a major cultural heritage site in Gianyar, Bali. The inquiry used a qualitative research technique, collecting primary data through field observations and interviews with historians, local community stakeholders, and conservation specialists, supported with secondary material from relevant academic literature. Data was analyzed using qualitative descriptive approaches, supplemented by focus group discussions, to offer a thorough knowledge of the temple's historical background, architectural elements, and contemporary conservation efforts. The research results show that, despite Tegalinggah Cliff Temple's historical and architectural significance, it faces serious preservation issues such as natural degradation and limited community participation. The report emphasizes the importance of enhanced local engagement and the establishment of stronger conservation management structures to protect the site. In conclusion, the Tegalinggah Cliff Temple is an important cultural asset that requires increased preservation measures to maintain the long-term protection and development of Balinese cultural heritage.

Sixty years of ecology with impact

Abstract Journal of Applied Ecology celebrates its 60th birthday in 2024. In this Editorial, we explore how the journal's role has changed since its launch and investigate whether the articles we publish are achieving real‐world impact. We designed and ran an author survey for all authors who have published with us between 2017 and 2021. Authors were asked if their publication achieved real‐world impact, and if so, how they achieved it. Forty four percent of respondents achieved real‐world impact with their article, primarily citing engagement with key stakeholders as the reason for this impact. We also assessed our impact on online policy documentation, comparing this to our citations in the published scientific literature. We are the most highly cited British Ecological Society journal for policy mentions with over 2800 citations in total. We also found a weak correlation between policy citations and citations in academic literature, which highlights the fact that article with relatively few academic citations can have large real‐world impact. Synthesis and applications. Whilst these results are encouraging, there are significant challenges involved in achieving and measuring impact scale. To help address some of these, we launch here a suite of new author services to help our authors achieve real‐world impact with their work. This includes offering plain language summaries and the opportunity to present findings to British Ecological Society's stakeholder community.

Enhancing the Public-Private-Community Partnerships in the Banana Value Chain in Mutasa District, Zimbabwe

The paradigm shift from the New Public Administration to the New Public Governance underlines the significance of multi-stakeholder collaborations in attending to complex societal challenges. In this vein, Public-Private-Community Partnerships are a feasible mechanism for enhancing the banana value chain in Mutasa District of Zimbabwe. Bananas are extensively eaten fruits in the world with smallholder farmers playing a vital role in production, particularly in developing nations like Zimbabwe. Yet smallholder farmers’ economic returns in the banana value chain are a cause of concern. Thus, this study focuses on enhancing Public-Private-Community Partnerships in the smallholder banana value chain. A concurrent mixed methods research design allowed for both objectivity and detailed analysis. The target population comprised public, private, and community stakeholders in the banana value chain. The multiplicity of stakeholders motivated a mixture of quota, purposive, and snowball sampling techniques to ensure representation. Questionnaires, in-depth interviews, and focus group discussions were the data collection methods. There was descriptive analysis of quantitative data, while qualitative data were analyzed thematically, and related findings were grouped together. Public-Private-Community Partnerships are attractive because they reduce information asymmetry, enhance transparency, ensure fairness in pricing, facilitate risk sharing, increase productivity, and enhance value addition. Public-Private-Community Partnerships are not “magic bullets”, necessitating attention to their potential deficits, which include power imbalances, conflicts of interest among partners, and challenges associated with ensuring active participation by diverse stakeholder groups. Pathways for strengthening Public-Private-Community Partnerships include consensus building, clear definition of partners’ roles, fair sharing of risks and benefits, monitoring and evaluation, selection of competent actors, and farmer capacity building. Effective Public-Private-Community Partnerships facilitate active participation among the public, private, and community actors along the entire value chain.

Audit Committees in South Africa in Terms of the Companies Act 71 of 2008: Policy Rationale, Role and Contribution of Audit Committees towards Financial Reporting

In recent times the world's business community has seen an overwhelming surge of serious corporate governance and financial reporting scandals in both the private and the public sectors. These governance collapses happened despite the fact that the majority of these companies have audit committees. This article critically examines the provisions of the Companies Act 71 of 2008 relating to the establishment and maintenance of audit committees in South African companies. The focus is particularly on the policy rationale, and the role and contribution of audit committees towards financial reporting in South Africa. The purpose is to demonstrate that audit committees play a key role in the production of dependable financial statements and reports for the benefit of the company's stakeholder community. This article highlights the relationship between the effectiveness of audit committees and good corporate governance, as well as accurate financial reporting. In other words, where there is a more effective audit committee, there is a high likelihood of accurate and dependable financial statements and other financial reports.

Exploring the Role of Artificial Intelligence in Achieving a Net Zero Carbon Economy in Emerging Economies: A Combination of PLS-SEM and fsQCA Approaches to Digital Inclusion and Climate Resilience

In this paper, we examine the role of artificial intelligence (AI) in sovereignty and carbon neutrality, emphasizing digital inclusion and climate-resilient AI strategies for emerging markets. Considering the previous studies on AI for carbon neutrality and digital inclusion for climate research along with technology policy frameworks as a guide, this paper undertakes Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modelling (PLS-SEM) with AI strategies and carbon neutrality outcomes. At the same time, fuzzy-set Qualitative Comparative Analysis (fsQCA) is used to reveal different configurations leading to achieving climate resilience. The model covers various aspects of AI-enabled policy, including technology adoption, policy frameworks, digital literacy, and public engagement. Survey data were collected from key stakeholders in climate policy, technology sectors, and local communities using a structured survey to understand their attitudes towards negative emissions technologies from prominent experts in emerging countries like Vietnam, Italy, Malaysia, and Greece. PLS-SEM results reveal the importance of AI in developing carbon neutrality, a critical AI strategic dimension (Data analytics capability and policy support). Some aspects of the fsQCA findings present heterogeneous outcomes, highlighting complex combinations of digital inclusion, AI adoption, and climate resilience which are industry-specific. This study would further enrich the literature concerning climate strategies by exploring AI, digital inclusion, and carbon neutrality interactions. Theoretically, practical and enriching suggestions for future research are derived to help AI intelligence infuse sustainable climate actions.

Memorias I° Jornada de Investigación de la Escuela de Ciencias Agrarias de la Universidad Nacional, Costa Rica (ECA-UNA)

The School of Agricultural Sciences (ECA) of the National University plays a crucial role in the generation, dissemination, and transfer of knowledge to society. Through its diverse programs, projects, laboratories, and academic activities, ECA addresses various strategic areas related to the management of agricultural resources, innovation in sustainable production systems, genetic improvement, and food security. As an academic unit, we are aware of the importance of disseminating and sharing the results of the main research conducted within the School. This is achieved by creating spaces to showcase the wide range of projects ECA undertakes to different stakeholders, including students, academics, producers, and the general public. The aim of these spaces is to foster multidisciplinary approaches that generate a positive impact in the search for solutions to the major challenges facing the agricultural sector, both nationally and regionally. In this context, the School of Agricultural Sciences organizes the 1st Research Conference as a key platform to present the main research conducted by this academic unit. This event seeks to share experiences with the entire university community and other stakeholders in the agricultural sector, fostering an enriching and collaborative dialogue. The realization of this event underscores the importance of joining efforts to promote innovation and sustainability in the agricultural sector, essential elements for the economic and social development of our country.

'Taking it one day at a time' and 'Reaching back out to help someone': How transgender women living with HIV and community stakeholders navigate violence, oppression, and health through coping and advocacy.

Transgender women living with HIV face intersectional oppression resulting in consequences for their mental and physical health. Interventions are needed that center the voices of transgender women living with HIV (TWLWH) and community stakeholders engrossed in work on behalf of the transgender community through advocacy and/or work roles. Through a partnership with a trans led and focused program of a community-based health organization and an academic partner, from October 2020 through October 2021, TWLWH and community stakeholders participated in qualitative interviews on trauma, violence, mental health struggles, HIV stigma, gender discrimination, health behaviors (e.g., medication adherence), and their thoughts and recommendations for a proposed intervention. Using a virtual platform (i.e., Zoom or phone) TWLWH and stakeholders were administered a demographics survey via Research Electronic Data Capture (REDCap) and completed individual interviews that were audio recorded. These interviews were analyzed using thematic content analysis. All TWLWH and 50% of stakeholders were Black. Qualitative findings highlighted the magnitude of violence, stigma, and discrimination faced by TWLWH and the mental, physical, and economic consequences. Also highlighted were the adaptive strategies TWLWH are utilizing to cope, ways in which invested stakeholders (many of lived expertise) are showing up for women, and acceptability and valuable insights for a proposed intervention. TWLWH are navigating a hostile society and multilevel interventions (at the structural, community, interpersonal, and individual levels) centering their voices and those invested in advocating for the community are needed to address the sequelae of oppression they face.

Increasing Access to Palliative Care in Cameroon: Progress, Gaps, and Recommendations.

Access to palliative care is an urgent global need. Countries with the greatest palliative care needs have limited access. In Cameroon, demand for palliative care is growing due to the rising incidence of life-limiting conditions. Identifying available palliative care services and programs could provide an understanding of access gaps and inform future roadmaps for palliative care development in the country. We aim to map available palliative care services, identify gaps and inform recommendations to promote early access to palliative care in Cameroon. We undertook a literature review of articles reporting any aspects of palliative care in Cameroon. We searched Embase, MEDLINE, Scopus, PsycINFO, CINAHL, PubMed and gray literature. Data were analyzed thematically using the World Health Organization model for the assessment of palliative care development. We identified 41 articles reporting 21 organizations with some form of palliative care services such as clinical services, education, advocacy and research. These were led mostly by individual health care providers or private and faith-based organizations. Major palliative care initiatives included training in the form of workshops, and adult and pediatric outpatient, in-patient and community-based palliative care. There were few reports of oral morphine production, community engagement, advocacy and palliative care research. Progress in palliative care development was reported in five regions of Cameroon over the last two decades. Findings suggest the need for an intersectoral approach including government, community, and health care stakeholders to achieve sustainable palliative care. This could potentially ensure equitable access to palliative care in Cameroon.

Substance Use Service Utilization and Barriers to Access Among Homeless Veterans: A Scoping Review

The high prevalence of military veteran substance use (SU) when compared to their nonveteran counterparts has been described as an urgent public health issue. The commonality of severe mental and physical health comorbidities in this population affects their ability to recover and relates to the onset and maintenance of homelessness. While veteran-targeted housing and SU interventions exist, they are being underutilized. This scoping review synthesizes published peer-reviewed articles from 1990 to 2021 at the intersections of housing, substance abuse, and service utilization by homeless veterans. Qualitative thematic analysis of 119 retained peer-reviewed articles revealed five key themes: (1) the association between SU and housing stability, (2) gendered comparisons with service needs and provision, (3) consideration for comorbidities, (4) social support and relationship-centered interventions, and (5) barriers to health care services. This review offers a series of concerns, outcomes, and recommendations that might be valuable for practitioners, health care providers, and community stakeholders when implementing or re-evaluating new or existing homeless veteran treatment programs.

Barriers and facilitators encountered by healthcare providers when supporting individuals with SCI to change their bowel care

Background Individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) are dissatisfied with their bowel care, but 71% have not changed their care for at least 5 years. Recently, individuals with SCI expressed a need for knowledge about bowel care options. Healthcare providers (HCP) play a crucial role in supporting bowel care changes. Objective We aimed to understand the barriers and facilitators HCP face when discussing changes in bowel care with individuals with SCI. Methods Semi-structured interviews were conducted with HCP in partnership with Spinal Cord Injury British Columbia and key community stakeholders. Barriers and facilitators were extracted, deductively coded using the Theoretical Domains Framework, then inductively analysed for themes. Results Themes highlighted that effective bowel care requires diverse knowledge from a multidisciplinary team. Lack of time to prioritise bowel care and limited healthcare resources were barriers to improving care, which may be augmented through regular bowel care review of both medical and person-centered priorities. Facilitators were accessible and tailored knowledge sharing of care options, complemented by peer support. Conclusion This study highlights the need for targeted interventions that reduce barriers and enhance facilitators to changing care routines, supporting individuals with SCI to change bowel care when needed, and improving quality of life.

Examining Community Preferences for Adaption and Dissemination of an Efficacious Brief Intervention on Alcohol Use and Sexual Behavior

Compared to other age groups, 18- to 25-year olds (young adults) are more likely to engage in heavy alcohol use and inconsistent contraceptive use, increasing their susceptibility to sexually transmitted infections (STIs) and unintended pregnancy. The Studying Alcohol and Related Risks (STARR) intervention was efficacious in reducing young adult alcohol-related risky sexual behavior, including reducing the number of casual sexual partners and alcohol use prior to sex. We conducted a qualitative study to guide the adaptation of the STARR intervention to include additional content on contraceptive use and prepare for dissemination of the intervention to a community audience. We conducted 10 focus groups with young adults (n = 16) and semistructured interviews with local community stakeholders (n = 12) to examine: (a) intervention characteristics, such as compatibility, adaptability, and design and packaging and (b) dissemination and communication channels. Focus groups and interviews were audio-recorded, transcribed, and thematically analyzed. Participants found the proposed intervention acceptable and highlighted the need to promote STI prevention among young adults. Participants viewed text-based interventions as accessible and effective. Key considerations included developing personalized messages from credible sources, using gender-inclusive language, and sending messages at strategic timepoints. Social media (Instagram, Twitter, Snapchat, TikTok), events, and campus resources were described as avenues to create awareness and disseminate information about the proposed intervention. Findings demonstrate the need for innovative and tailored young adult health programs that incorporate multilevel dissemination strategies. This study highlights the need for implementation activities that will improve the adoption and dissemination of evidence-based programs, particularly among young adults.