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Effecting change in multicultural health promotion: a systems approach
R Howe-Murphy1, H Ross, R Tseng
1Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies, San Jose State University, California 95129.
Journal of Allied Health
|January 1, 1989
Summary
This project improved allied health service delivery for minority populations by fostering collaboration among faculty, students, and practitioners. Lasting change requires inclusive, interactive strategies within the healthcare system.
Area of Science:
- Health Services Research
- Healthcare Management
- Health Equity
Background:
- Evolving healthcare systems necessitate changes in service delivery.
- Minority populations face unique challenges in accessing allied health services.
- Existing allied health service models require adaptation to demographic shifts.
Purpose of the Study:
- To address the need for improved allied health service delivery to minority populations.
- To implement a multidisciplinary, multicultural, and participative model for change.
- To evaluate the effectiveness of strategies for attitudinal and behavioral change in healthcare.
Main Methods:
- A multidisciplinary, multicultural, and participative model was adopted.
- Interventions targeted allied health faculty, students, and community practitioners.
- Project objectives, activities, and outcomes were documented and analyzed.
Main Results:
- The project initiated attitudinal and behavioral changes across targeted groups.
- Factors influencing the project's success were identified.
- Evidence supported the effectiveness of interactive strategies for systemic change.
Conclusions:
- Significant and lasting change in allied health service delivery is achievable.
- Inclusive strategies incorporating interactive dynamics are crucial for healthcare system transformation.
- The model demonstrated potential for enhancing healthcare equity for minority populations.