11 projects receive OHSU Knight Cancer Institute funding to address local cancer-related needs across the state

Projects include efforts to increase cervical cancer screening rates, foster a support group for parents of pediatric cancer patients, improve colorectal cancer screening, and more

By Amanda Gibbs July 28, 2023 Portland, Oregon

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La Clinica in Medford, Oregon

La Clinica in Medford, Oregon. (Courtesy of La Clinica)

Self Enhancement, Inc. After School Program

Children in the Self Enhancement, Inc. After School Program participate in a science experiment. “Unfortunately, when it comes to medical breakthroughs, many of us in the Black community are the last to know. This grant will allow us to share important information with our people, which could potentially save lives and keep our families safe. This is the core of SEI's mission," said Anthony Deloney, Director of Development. (Courtesy of Self Enhancement, Inc.)

Self Enhancement, Inc., Middle School Promotion

Students in the Self Enhancement, Inc., program celebrate middle-school promotion. (Courtesy of Self Enhancement, Inc.)

Self Enhancement, Inc. summer camp

Scene from a Self Enhancement, Inc. summer camp. (Courtesy of Self Enhancement, Inc.)

Kerri Winters-Stone, Ph.D. (OHSU)

Kerri Winters-Stone, Ph.D., is co-director of the Community Partnership Program. (OHSU)