Project Description
This study is conducting innovative, mixed-methods life course research on interpersonal victimization, protective processes, and mental health and substance use among young transgender women. The study utilizes the life history calendar (LHC) method, an innovative methodology for collecting data on the timing and sequencing of life events, including multiple forms of violence. Capitalizing on the ways in which memory works, the LHC utilizes a large grid and landmark events to cue accurate parallel and sequential retrieval of events from memory, capturing key life events within a time period of interest. These events can then be quantitatively identified to determine the number, timing, and forms of victimization. WE are collecting data in two interrelated phases; in the first, we are conducting quantitative interviews with up to 120 transgender women in Chicago and Milwaukee using the LHC. In the second, we are conducting in-depth qualitative follow up interviews with 30 women who participated in the first phase.
Tasks and Responsibilites
Recruitment and screening (30% of time):
Complete CITI Human Subjects Research training
Collaborate to develop a robust recruitment strategy
Outreach to community organizations in Chicago and Milwaukee to assist with recruitment activities
Attend community events to distribute recruitment materials
Conduct online recruitment via social media
Screen potential participants via phone to assess for eligibility
Schedule research interviews with participants at a location and time of their choosing
Manage secure database of potential, screened, and scheduled participants
Interviews (40% of time):
Complete training and mock interviews to prepare to complete consent process and administer quantitative research interviews
Conduct research interviews, including completing consent process with participants, in person at UWM or via Zoom.
Data analysis (25% of time)
Assist with analyzing qualitative data
Team meetings (5% of time)
Attend weekly virtual check ins