Project Team


We are a team of interdisciplinary researchers and community members across Florida State University (FSU) and community partner sites.

We are committed to improving the quality of and access to healthcare for everyone. Economic stability, education, health literacy, environmental conditions and an aging population all contribute to higher use of health care services and a greater need for family and professional caregivers.  

It also puts the spotlight on taking a lifespan approach to healthy aging. Improving SDOH for people of all ages — with different backgrounds and abilities — can positively affect health and well-being. Public health organizations, health care providers, policymakers, and partners in the public and private sector all play a role in achieving that goal. 

The goal of our project is to look at new ways to improve access and quality of health care, including behavioral health. We are especially focused on improving policies and practices aimed at eliminating health disparities. We believe in creating an innovative approach to reduce and eliminate health disparities and improve health outcomes.

Norman B. Anderson photo

IN MEMORY OF DR. NORMAN B. ANDERSON

Dr. Anderson was a beloved colleague, he served as a Multiple Principal Investigator (MPI) for the Transformative Health Justice Collaborative and Professor of Social Work at Florida State University. Dr. Anderson created and directed the FSU Faculty Leadership Development Program, designed to offer leadership training to faculty across the university at different stages of their professional journeys. For his research, service, and leadership, he received significant awards from scientific societies and universities, and was the recipient of four honorary doctorate degrees. He will be greatly missed.