The Public Influences of African-American Churches Project is designed to facilitate research and dialogue about the impact of African-American churches on public policy and public discourse. Our mission is to provide scholars and teachers with research they can use as a basis for publications and teachings related to the church's evolving role in American society. In addition, community activists, church leaders, and public officials may use this information in their deliberations about public policy formation and the development of public and private programs aimed at community improvements.

We are sharing our research findings through our newsletters, conferences, and publications, and we invite you to pass along information to us about important church-related involvements in public affairs.