Guidance Toolkit & User Guide

To accompany the Guidance Document, the MRCT Center released a Toolkit to provide practical resources to improve diverse representation of participants in clinical research. The Toolkit contains logic models, checklists, example materials for participants, and more.

Click here to download the full Toolkit. Otherwise, click on the sections below for the editable or PDF links to the individual tools relating to those topics.

In-depth instructions are available for tools requiring explanation – if you need additional instruction, please feel free to contact the MRCT Center at MRCT@bwh.harvard.edu.

For more details on the types of tools included in this kit and how to use or adapt them, explore our Toolkit User Guide to learn more.

Toolkit Sections:

Introduction to Logic Models
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Blank Logic Model
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Comprehensive Logic Model: Parts C, D, and E
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(Corresponding guidance, p. 103-116)

Participant and Community Engagement Logic Model
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Participant and Community Engagement Key Performance Indicators
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Diverse Participant Engagement Strategies Checklist
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(Corresponding guidance, p. 119-128)

Awareness Raising Initiatives to Promote Diverse Participant Engagement
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(Corresponding guidance, p. 130-148)

Workforce Development Logic Model
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Workforce Development Key Performance Indicators
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(Corresponding guidance, p. 150-178)

Data Variables Tool
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(Corresponding guidance, p. 193-250)

Study Design Logic Model
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Study Design Key Performance Indicators
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Screen Failure Tracking Log
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Eligibility and Enrollment Log
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Site Selection Logic Model
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Site Selection Key Performance Indicators
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Feasibility Decision Tree
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Feasibility Questionnaire Modification Checklist
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Recruitment Strategy Document Template
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Recruitment Strategy Logic Model
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Recruitment Strategy Key Performance Indicators
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Recruitment Contingency Action Plan
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Participant Time Commitment Model
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Recruitment, Conduct, and Retention Logic Model
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Recruitment, Conduct, and Retention Key Performance Indicators
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(Corresponding guidance, p. 255-260, 280-316)

Accountability Logic Model
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Accountability Key Performance Indicators
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Diversity and Inclusion Organizational Strategy Checklist
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