About the Study
Floreciendo is part of a research study led by the University of Illinois Chicago in collaboration with trusted community partners across the city. The goal of the study is to better understand how culturally grounded, family-based sexual health education can improve communication, knowledge, and health outcomes for Latina teens and their female caregivers.
Floreciendo is currently recruiting Latina teens (ages 14–18) and their female caregivers to participate in a paid research study of the 2-day program focused on sexual and reproductive health. We are excited to connect with families in the Chicagoland area who are interested in strengthening communication, learning about health in a culturally affirming space, and growing together.
Who Can Participate?
Floreciendo is currently recruiting:
Latina teens ages 14 to 18
And their female caregivers (mothers, aunts, sisters, godmothers, or other trusted adult women)
Both the teen and caregiver attend the program together as a pair. No prior experience or health knowledge is required- just a willingness to learn, share, and grow together.
What to Expect
Participants will be randomly assigned to attend one of two workshop formats:
A 1-day workshop (~4 hours)
Or a 2-day workshop (~11 hours total)
Each workshop includes four interactive sessions:
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Sexual and reproductive health foundations
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Condoms and contraception
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Gender identity and relationships
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Family communication and connection
All sessions are offered in both English and Spanish, and take place in welcoming community spaces across Chicago.
Participant Incentives
To thank you for your time, participants will receive:
Breakfast and lunch during each session
Cash compensation for participation and transportation
A sexual health gift bag for teens
The opportunity to join an optional focus group for an additional stipend