Factors for the Development of the Gangwon's Health-Plus Community Program into the Health Community Organization
10.5393/JAMCH.2023.48.3.205
- Author:
Woong-Sub PARK
1
;
Joon-Hyeong KIM
;
Nam-Jun KIM
;
Soo-Hyeong KIM
Author Information
1. Department of Preventive Medicine and Public Health, Catholic Kwandong University College of Medicine, Gangneung, Korea
- Publication Type:Original Articles
- From:Journal of Agricultural Medicine & Community Health
2023;48(3):205-217
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Objectives:This study aimed to examine the factors for the development of the Gangwon's Health-Plus Community Program into the health community organization.
Methods:Participants of the study consisted of a total of 8 individuals, including trainers, residents, and public health center officials. Data were collected through in-depth interviews from August to October 2022. The data were analyzed using the thematic analysis method.
Results:According to the results, the factors that enabled the Gangwon's Health-Plus Community Program to develop into a health community organization are as follows. First, participants believed that residents could do well by themselves, Second, participants met with residents rather than existing leaders.Third, education that encouraged residents to speak and positive assessment was implemented. Fourth, projects were started based on what residents wanted to do. Fifth, participants waited for residents to take action. Sixth, participants engaged with residents instead of just observing. Seventh, participants did not demand short-term outcomes.
Conclusions:This study will contribute to the progression of community participatory health promotion programs towards a health community organization aimed at community empowerment.
