Why do Organizations Focus on Health Equity in their Childhood Obesity Policy Work?
Journal Title: Public Health – Open Journal - Year 2016, Vol 1, Issue 3
Abstract
Introduction: Childhood obesity disparities exist, yet little is known about why organizations focus on health equity (i.e., the absence of systematic disparities in health) when working in this area. Methods: From September 2014 to April 2015, we interviewed 43 policy-makers, non-governmental organization representatives, and academics to explore why organizations focus on health equity within their childhood obesity policy work. Results: Key themes included: organizational mission/focus on health equity, funders’ requirements to prioritize health equity, and community engagement coupled with data availability to support their interest in health equity. Conclusions: Funders and other childhood obesity stakeholders can capitalize on these findings to facilitate activities that address health equity.
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Lainie Rutkow
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