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Scientific Information: Diffusion
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Diffusion is "the process of moving an innovation-an idea, product, or practice-into widespread use" (Sogolow, Sleet and Saul 2006). Diffusion has three components: (1) dissemination-transferring an innovation across settings; (2) implementation-effectively using an innovation; and (3) adoption-promoting an innovation and encouraging its widespread use. Without the process of diffusion, innovations have little chance of impacting the public's health and well-being (Sogolow, Sleet and Saul 2006).
Dissemination Research
Research is identifying programs and strategies that reduce or ultimately prevent various types of violence. For these programs or strategies to reach the broadest audience possible, applied research about their dissemination and implementation is necessary. For example, a program's effectiveness may vary depending on the setting in which it is delivered. Dissemination research may examine the effect of a program in different settings including the workplace, schools, churches, and community centers. CDC's research on dissemination helps guide the adaptation of programs and strategies to specific communities, subcultures, and populations with the goal of enhancing their effectiveness.
National
Implementation Research Network*
The National Implementation Research Network is working to close the gap between science and service by improving the science and implementation of evidence-based programs and practices.
Sogolow, E., Sleet, D., Saul, J. 2007). Dissemination, implantation, and widespread use of injury prevention interventions. In L. Doll, S. Bonzo, D. Sleet, J. Mercy & E. Hass (Eds.), Handbook of Injury and Violence Prevention (pp. 493-510).New York, NY: Springer.
Implementation and Promotion
Resources
Domestic Violence Prevention Enhancement and Leadership Through Alliances (DELTA)
The DELTA program encourages the development of comprehensive prevention strategies through a continuum of activities that address all levels of the social ecology. State coordinators provide training to organizations that undertake primary prevention activities.
National Youth Violence Prevention Resource Center (NVPRC)*
Developed by CDC in partnership with 10 other federal partners, the NVPRC provides information pertaining to youth violence that has been developed by federal agencies and the private sector. The NYVPRC is a gateway for professionals, parents, teens, and other interested individuals to obtain comprehensive information about youth violence-including teen dating violence.
Prevention Connection: The Violence Against Women Prevention Partnership*
Prevention Connection, a project of the California Coalition Against Sexual Assault, features an online public Listserv and bi-monthly Web-based forums. The Listserv and Web forums provide prevention experts with a vehicle for analyzing and discussing ongoing efforts to prevent domestic and sexual violence.
Violence Against Women Electronic Network*
The National Online Resource Center on Violence Against Women (VAWnet) provides a collection of full-text, searchable resources on domestic violence, sexual violence, and related issues. It also provides links to an
"In the News" section, a training calendar, conferences, grants, and access to the Domestic Violence Awareness Month and Sexual Assault Awareness Month subsites.
Reference
Sogolow E, Sleet D, Saul J. Dissemination, Implementation and Widespread Use of Injury Prevention Interventions. In: Doll, L, Bonzo, S, Mercy, J, Sleet, D, editors. Handbook of Injury and Violence Prevention. New York, NY: Springer, 2006.
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Content Source:
National Center for Injury
Prevention and Control, Division of Violence Prevention
Page last modified:
September 25, 2007