Black Men's Health

development, and community organizing. Dr. Robinson-Dooley's research focus includes factors surrounding chronic diseases and behavioral health in African American men, and promoting cultural competency in education and practice. She is Co-PI on an NIH grant with two colleagues from Kennesaw State University, studying self-management of chronic disease and behavioral health for Black men and developing a peer-led curriculum. Dr. Robinson-Dooley teaches courses on "teaching" and is an advocate of UDL (Universal Design for Learning) principles and technology use in the classroom. She has published in multiple journals and presented nationally on various topics related to her teaching and research. She has been invited to speak locally and nationally about her work on intercultural competence, clinical treatment, and managing chronic disease and mental health. She has published in several journal articles and books, and is also the author of a children's book series.

Jerry Watson, PhD, LCSW, MBA is an Assistant Professor and Coordinator of the Bachelor of Social Work program at the University of Memphis.  Jerry taught sociology and psychology at DePaul University, group work at Aurora University in Chicago, and a variety of social work courses on the bachelors, masters, and doctoral levels at Jackson State University, Mississippi Valley State University, University of Mississippi, and Rust College.  Jerry currently teaches and is the faculty lead at the University of Memphis for Social Work Practice in Community and Organizations. Dr. Watson is a scholar-activist and generalist practitioner. Jerry has over fifty years of combined experience teaching, working in a variety of community clinical positions, and leading health and wellness programs and initiatives targeting African American Men and boys.  Dr. Watson's community experience and scholarship spans broadly across community topics including the following domains with a social justice l