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Facilitators to healthy canteen policy implementation: A qualitative approach
Melinda McPherson1, Cheuk Chi Lai1, Deana Leahy2
1Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food, Monash University, Clayton, Australia.
Successful healthy school canteen policies thrive on a focus on service, understanding nutrition, and strong support systems. Prioritizing healthy eating across the school community is key for effective policy implementation.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Nutrition Policy
- Educational Administration
Background:
- Governments worldwide implement policies to enhance school canteen quality and nutrition.
- Factors contributing to the success of healthy school canteen initiatives are not well understood.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the key factors influencing the successful implementation of healthy school canteen policies.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative descriptive study utilizing interviews with school personnel.
- Purposive sampling of six Victorian schools with successful healthy canteen policies.
- Content analysis of data from 12 interviews with principals, canteen managers, and staff.
Main Results:
- Three primary themes emerged: prioritizing service over profit (Values), possessing knowledge of nutrition and policy (Knowledge), and receiving internal and external support (Support).
Conclusions:
- Healthy school canteen policy implementation is enhanced by focusing on service and education.
- A shared commitment to healthy eating within the school community is crucial.
- Fostering a culture of service and community engagement can improve policy adherence.
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