SRFP069: Mixed Methods Participatory Social Justice Community Engagement Model (Pearls)

Katrina Sawchuk, Ph D (C); Vivian Ramsden, PhD, BSN, MS, RN, MCFP (Hon.)

Abstract

NAPCRG abstract July 22, 2021

Context: This is a community engagement model based on a Mixed Methods Participatory Social Justice (MMPSJ) research project. The community engagement model evolved as both synthesis and dissemination were co-created with participants. Indigenous community members alongside researchers and Elders explored health literacy in an effort to illuminate root causes of the social determinants of health (SDoH) and to build community capacity. Objective: To better understand the connections between health and literacy from a local perspective (living on Treaty Six). Design: Mixed methods participatory social justice and community based participatory health research. Participants: There were: 12 participants; ten Indigenous intergenerational family members including an Indigenous Elder and two researchers. Expected Results: Local, contemporary, Indigenous perspectives were shared in ways that were meaningful to participants. Research Questions: In what ways can literacy be considered a social determinant of health from an urban Indigenous community? What literacy issues marginalize the community? How would you like this information shared or disseminated?
Conclusions: Appropriate engagement with local community can inform the social determinants of health in an appreciative way, can enhance ethical space, and a richer understanding within community-based research. This capacity building approach will impact health care practitioners, educators, policies, and help to strengthen relations across systems.
This research was reviewed and approved by the Behavioural REB at the University of Saskatchewan.

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Viv Ramsden
viv.ramsden@usask.ca 11/21/2021

Katrina, this looks great. I look forward to next steps. Best...

Jack Westfall
jwestfall@aafp.org 11/21/2021

Great poster and abstract. Thanks for sharing at NAPCRG

Gillian Bartlett
gillian.bartlett@health.missouri.edu 11/21/2021

I really enjoyed your poster - I hope to see more of this type of work and information in the future.

Scott Tunison
scott.tunison@usask.ca 11/21/2021

Congratulations on producing an informative and visually appealing poster and presentation. The research is very important and I was glad to read about it. Best with the next stages of your work.

William R. Phillips
wphllps@uw.edu 11/22/2021

Great. Elegant poster on important for challenging concepts. Demonstrates authenticity and devotion. It left me unclear on the next steps with regard to understanding health literacy and improving the health of these folks and community. - Bill Phillips

Diane Harper
harperdi@med.umich.edu 11/22/2021

Thank you for sharing your work with NAPCRG!

Andy Pasternak
avpiv711@sbcglobal.net 11/26/2021

Really well done. Congrats

Louise Acheson
11/30/2021

NIce graphic of the model. I was interested to see that each participant wanted a copy of the work product to share with others. That's powerful. I hope to see more of this work at NAPCRG in the future.

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