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Quentin Burdick program: working in rural communities in Hawaii.
Jane Chung-Do1, Angelina Ahedo, Lauren Gentry
1Department of Public Health Sciences, University of Hawaii, Manoa.
Summary
The Hawaii Quentin Burdick Rural Health Interdisciplinary Program (QB) trains health students in rural communities. Community-based participatory methods are key to addressing rural health disparities and ensuring project sustainability.
Area of Science:
- Rural Health
- Community-Based Participatory Research
- Health Disparities
Background:
- The Hawaii Quentin Burdick Rural Health Interdisciplinary Program (QB) addresses complex rural health disparities by engaging diverse partners.
- The program offers experiential learning for health students in rural Hawaiian communities (Molokai, Lānai, Kauai, Hawaii).
- Students gain insights into community engagement to meet local health needs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To describe the Hawaii QB Program.
- To share community health projects of three public health graduate students.
- To highlight community-based participatory methods in rural settings.
Main Methods:
- Students participated in training seminars and site visits.
- A summer rural practicum provided hands-on experience.
- Focus on developing skills for future rural community work.
Main Results:
- Students gained practical experience in rural health settings.
- Community-based participatory methods were applied in student projects.
- Insights were gained on engaging community members for health initiatives.
Conclusions:
- Community-based participatory approaches are crucial for rural health.
- Key principles include assessing needs, utilizing assets, and ensuring sustainability.
- Collaboration is essential for successful community health initiatives.
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