Remedying Black cancer disparities with clinical research prioritization

This paper extends a call to action focused on eight critical areas for making significant strides to reduce cancer disparities in Black/African American communities: (1) implementation of policies for inclusion, accountability, and coverage; (2) removal of unnecessary barriers to clinical research participation; (3) introduction of continuing clinical research engagement training; (4) broad deployment of provider communication tools and resources for effective patient communication and referrals; (5) diversification of the scientific and clinical workforce; (6) practice of multisectoral and team science; (7) inclusion of community engagement in science; and (8) development of broad and authentic partnerships with our Black/African American communities. Taken together, these pillars support improved engagement with multistakeholder Black/African American communities to close disparities gaps and achieve health equity and justice.