Award
National Institute on Drug Abuse RFA-DA-25-062
JCOIN phase II innovation hub
Recipient
Emory University
Awarded
June 19, 2026
Identifier
RFA-DA-25-062
NIH awarded a grant to Emory University for the JCOIN phase II innovation hub to implement and evaluate a virtual peer recovery coach program in Atlanta jails, targeting improved addiction care engagement and community linkage, with a focus on vulnerable populations.
Description
This NIH grant supports a project focused on implementing and evaluating a peer recovery coach program using a virtual model at three jails in Atlanta, Georgia. The project aims to improve engagement in addiction care and linkage to community-based care for individuals with substance use disorder, especially among vulnerable populations such as Black individuals and those experiencing homelessness. The project will include a cost-effectiveness analysis and is funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA).