JULY 13-17, 2026
The Social Determinants of Health
Registration Now Open!
Applications open till June 15th 2026*
Join Us
WINSTON-SALEM, NORTH CAROLINA
JULY 13-17, 2026
At a pivotal moment for community engaged research, URBAN’s 2026 Summer Institute will examine how collaborative inquiry can advance shared power, meaningful participation, and the leadership of those most impacted by systemic inequities. Participants will learn about creative and values-driven approaches to community-based research with public-engaged scholars and connect with community leaders who are committed to research for humanity.
Together, attendees will consider how to uphold core principles of solidarity and robust action during a time when community engaged research is fundamental in creating a more just and thriving society. Through interdisciplinary dialogue and relationship-building, participants will explore how research can strengthen democracy and foster healthy, thriving communities.
*APPLICATION DEADLINE EXTENDED: JUNE 15th, 2026 OR until all spots are filled
Applicants will be notified of acceptance no later than April 15, 2026. Later applicants will be notified accordingly.
Event Registration cost:
- $1400 for faculty
- $800 for students
- $400 for local faculty/students
Registration
Registration fee includes accommodations Mon-Thurs, meals, and workshop materials
Housing + Travel
No hotel will be included for this event.
Scholarship
Scholarships will be open until June 15, 2026 or until funds run out, which ever happens first.
Join us in Exploring...
- What’s standing in the way of community wellbeing?
- What would it take for everyone in our community to be healthy and thriving?
- How can an interdisciplinary approach support research that upholds human dignity?
- How can practioner-scholars break down silos that separate universities from their communities?
For more information contact: SUMMERINSTITUTE@URBANRESEARCHNETWORK.ORG
Keynote Speaker
The Urban Research-Based Action Network is excited to announce that Dr. Tressie McMillan Cottom will be the Keynote Speaker for our 2026 Summer Institute.
The Keynote Address is part of the Summer Institute but open to the whole Winston-Salem community.
Brendle Recital Hall 775 Wake Forest Rd. Winston-Salem, NC
Tuesday, July 14 • 5:30 PM – 7 PM
Co-Sponsored
In the spirit of pro humanitate, we engage community partners, faculty, staff, and students to create meaningful social change. The Office aims to leverage resources, build capacity, and incubate community initiatives in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and beyond.
Learn about URBAN Fellowships
The URBAN Fellowship is led by a collective of faculty and facilitated by members of the URBAN National Planning Team. The URBAN Fellowship is geared towards graduate students and early career faculty and will create a space for fellows to workshop their projects. This is an interdisciplinary fellowship, and all fields of study are welcomed.