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Using a community-based participatory approach to create a resource center for Native Hawaiian elders
Noreen Mokuau1, Colette V Browne, Kathryn L Braun
1University of Hawaii, School of Social Work, Honolulu, Hawaii, USA. noreen@hawaii.edu
Native Hawaiian elders face health disparities. The Hā Kūpuna center uses community-based participatory research to improve their health and perpetuate cultural knowledge transmission.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Public Health
- Indigenous Health
Background:
- Native Hawaiian elders are vital knowledge keepers.
- Disparities in health, life expectancy, and disability exist for Native Hawaiian elders compared to other ethnic groups in Hawaii.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe Hā Kūpuna: National Resource Center for Native Hawaiian Elders.
- To address health disparities and improve service access for Native Hawaiian elders.
Main Methods:
- Utilized community-based participatory (CBP) research principles.
- Emphasized culturally competent practice.
- Involved community engagement, infrastructure development, research implementation, technical assistance, and evaluation.
Main Results:
- Demonstrated the application of CBP through outlined steps.
- Established a framework for addressing elder health needs.
Conclusions:
- CBP approach aligns with Native Hawaiian cultural values and promotes community mobilization.
- CBP is effective in reducing health inequities and perpetuating culture through intergenerational knowledge transfer.
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