Research & Publications

The evidence behind
the practice.

Peer-reviewed research on structural racism as a determinant of health, community participatory methods, and the gap between equity strategy and implementation. The work below informs every engagement.

6
Peer-reviewed publications
350+
Citations
15+
Years in public health
46
States reached

Peer-Reviewed Publications

Listed most recent first.

2020

Social Media and Teens: A Needs Assessment Exploring the Potential Role of Social Media in Promoting HealthMost cited

Social Media + Society
Plaisime M, Robertson-James C, Mejia L, Núñez A, Wolf J, Reels S
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2020

A call to action for community and public health nurses: Treat structural racism as the critical social determinant of health it is

Public Health Nursing
Waite R, Sawyer L, Waite D
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2018

The Role of Health Policies in Faith-based Institutions in Promoting Health and Changing Food Practices: The Philadelphia Ujima Experience

Progress in Community Health Partnerships: Research, Education, and Action
Robertson-James C, Sawyer L, Mertus S, Robertson D, Congleton S, Watkins S
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2017

Promoting Policy Development through Community Participatory Approaches to Health Promotion: The Philadelphia Ujima Experience

Women's Health Issues
Robertson-James C, Sawyer L, Núñez A, Campoli B, Robertson D, DeVilliers A
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2016

Pull of Gravity: A Media Review Focusing on the Social and Environmental Effects of Recidivism

Family & Community Health
Mejia L
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Doctoral Research

Drexel University, Doctor of Education

2021

Examining the role of diversity, equity, and inclusion programs

Doctor of Education (EdD), Drexel University
Advisor: Dr. Deanna Hill
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Writing & Media

Selected essays and appearances

Pod

The Drexel EdD IMPACT Podcast

Drexel University School of Education
On using doctoral education to advance racial equity in public health practice
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2017

A Day Without a Woman, and Why Does It Matter?

Drexel University College of Medicine, Office of Community Health and Inclusive Excellence
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2017

Celebrating Our Heritage During Black History Month

Drexel University College of Medicine, Office of Community Health and Inclusive Excellence
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2017

Celebrating Our Legends: Dr. Maurice Clifford Portrait Unveiling

Drexel University College of Medicine, Office of Community Health and Inclusive Excellence
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A note on names. Research published before 2021 appears under Lidyvez Mejia. All of it is the same author. An ORCID iD now links the complete record.

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