Assist Prof Dr Donte Boyd The Ohio State University, College of Social Work, United States
He earned his Ph.D. from the Luskin School of Public Affairs, Department of Social Work, at the University of California, Los Angeles, during the period 2015-2019. His dissertation, titled “Social Context: Doing Human Immunodeficiency Virus Prevention with Black Families,” showcased his commitment to addressing critical issues in public health. Currently serving as an Assistant Professor at the College of Social Work, The Ohio State University, since 2021, he actively contributes to the academic and research community. Simultaneously, he holds the position of Visiting Professor at the University of California, San Francisco, Center for AIDS Prevention Studies (CAPS), starting in 2022. His research focuses on Black Families, Black men who have sex with men, HIV Prevention, chosen families, race, social determinants of health, developmental assets, mental health, stigma, and implementation science. With a multidisciplinary approach, he continues to make valuable contributions to the fields of social work, public health, and HIV prevention.
Education:
He pursued his academic journey with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from the University of California, Riverside, graduating in 2011. Eager to delve deeper into social work, he completed his Master of Social Work at the George Warren Brown School, Washington University in Saint Louis, from 2012 to 2014. His commitment to advancing knowledge and addressing public health challenges led him to pursue a Ph.D. at the Luskin School of Public Affairs, Department of Social Work, University of California, Los Angeles, from 2015 to 2019. During this period, he conducted groundbreaking research for his dissertation, titled “Social Context: Doing Human Immunodeficiency Virus Prevention with Black Families.” With a comprehensive academic background, he has positioned himself as a dedicated scholar in the field of social work, focusing on critical issues such as HIV prevention and the social context of Black families.
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Awards and Honors:
In his illustrious career, he has garnered recognition and accolades for his outstanding contributions to the field of social work and research. Notably, in 2024, he was honored with the Society for Social Work and Research Deborah K. Padgett Early Career Achievement Award, a testament to his remarkable achievements and dedication to advancing the field. Prior to this, in 2023, he received the prestigious Tony Tripodi Prize for Research Excellence, further solidifying his reputation as a leading researcher. His commitment to HIV prevention was acknowledged through his participation in the HIV Prevention Trials Network Scholars Program in 2023. Additionally, from 2020 to 2022, he served as a mentee in the American Academy of Social Work and Social Welfare Mentoring Program, showcasing his commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. His academic journey was supported by the Cota Robles fellowship from UCLA Graduate Division, awarded from 2015 to 2019, recognizing his exceptional qualities as a graduate student. These accolades collectively reflect his unwavering dedication and significant contributions to the field of social work and research.
Experience:
He currently holds the position of Assistant Professor at the College of Social Work, The Ohio State University, starting in 2021. Simultaneously, he serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of California, San Francisco, Center for AIDS Prevention Studies (CAPS) since 2022. In addition to his roles at Ohio State and UCSF, he is a Visiting Research Professor at the School of Public Health, Yale University, Center for Interdisciplinary Research on AIDS (CIRA) since 2020. His academic journey includes a previous role as Assistant Professor at the Graduate College of Social Work, University of Houston, from 2019 to 2021. With a diverse range of academic affiliations, he actively contributes to the fields of social work, public health, and AIDS prevention through teaching, research, and collaborative efforts across prestigious institutions.
Publications:
- Technology use and preferences for mobile phone–based HIV prevention and treatment among black young men who have sex with men: exploratory research Cited By: 68, Published By: 2017
- African American adolescents’ psychological well-being: The impact of parents’ religious socialization on adolescents’ religiosity Cited By: 58, Published By: 2017
- The influence of familial and peer social support on post-traumatic stress disorder among Black girls in juvenile correctional facilities Cited By: 26, Published By: 2021
- Sexual health conversations: Predicting the odds of HIV testing among Black youth and young adults. Cited By: 22, Published By: 2018
- Suicidal ideations and attempts within the family context: The role of parent support, bonding, and peer experiences with suicidal behaviors Cited By: 20, Published By: 2021
- Intersectional effects of sexual orientation concealment, internalized homophobia, and gender expression on sexual identity and HIV risk among sexual minority men of color: A Cited By: 20, Published By: 2021
- The Inescapable Effects of Parent Support on Black Males and HIV Testing Cited By: 19, Published By: 2020
- Racial and gender discrimination by teachers: Risks for Black girls’ depressive symptomatology and suicidal ideation. Cited By: 17, Published By: 2022
- The mental health of Black youth affected by community violence: family and school context as pathways to resilience Cited By: 17, Published By: 2022
- Deterrents and motivators of HIV testing among young Black men who have sex with men in North Carolina Cited By: 17, Published By: 2021