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Equity-focused knowledge translation: a framework for "reasonable action" on health inequities
J R Masuda1, T Zupancic, E Crighton
1Centre for Environmental Health Equity, Winnipeg, MB, Canada, jeff_masuda@umanitoba.ca.
International Journal of Public Health
|October 25, 2013
Summary
This study introduces equity-focused knowledge translation (EqKT), a relational approach to address health inequities. EqKT fosters collaboration among researchers, practitioners, and policymakers for effective action and improved public health outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Health Equity Research
- Knowledge Translation
Background:
- Existing procedural approaches to knowledge translation have limitations in addressing health inequities.
- There is a need for more relational and collaborative strategies in public health.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify gaps in current knowledge translation methods.
- To propose an equity-focused knowledge translation (EqKT) approach.
- To promote collaborative environments for addressing health inequities.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on critical inquiry of knowledge creation conditions.
- Incorporation of reflexive professional practice principles.
- Development of the equity-focused knowledge translation (EqKT) framework.
Main Results:
- The EqKT approach utilizes a matrix for collaboration.
- It facilitates common ground among diverse knowledge stakeholders (researchers, practitioners, policymakers).
- Enables collective action on health inequities.
Conclusions:
- The EqKT approach supports the WHO Commission on Social Determinants of Health's call for action.
- It is applicable in various public health settings and processes.
- Further empirical application and evaluation of EqKT are recommended.
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