In 2002, then Dean of the School of Social Work Larry E. Davis established the Center on Race and Social Problems (CRSP) at the University of Pittsburgh to help lead America further along the path to social justice by conducting race-related research, mentoring emerging scholars, and disseminating race-related research findings and scholarship.
Today, under the leadership of Dr. Kyaien Conner and Associate Director Ron Idoko, CRSP continues Dr. Davis' legacy by fostering innovative scholarship and promoting racial and social justice for all individuals.
The University of Pittsburgh’s Center on Race and Social Problems conducts applied social science research on race, color, ethnicity and their influence on the quality of life for all Americans.
The Center on Race & Social Problems is led by Director Dr. Kyaien O. Conner. Learn more about our passionate faculty and staff that drive CRSP's mission.
We would like to acknowledge, with sincere thanks and appreciation, our sponsors, whose generosity and support makes our work possible:
Annie E. Casey Foundation; Buchanan, Ingersoll & Rooney PC; National Institute on Drug Abuse; National Institutes of Health; Reed Smith LLP; The Falk Foundation, The Heinz Foundation, The Pittsburgh Foundation and the University of Pittsburgh Office of the Provost.
