In the Shadow of the Temple

Cross-cultural Sensitivity in International Health Program Development

Bibliographic Data

ID12554666
AuthorsKevin Gerard Neill (a Bureau of Chronic Disease Control Missouri Department of Health , Eastern District , St. Louis , MO , 63103 , USA, corresponding author)
Year2000
Volume5
Issue2
Pages161-171
Publication date2000-05-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessNo
TypeARTICLE
VenueEthnicity and Health (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 1355-7858 • E-ISSN: 1465-3419
PublisherTaylor & Francis (PUBLISHER • GB)
DOI10.1080/713667450
PMID10984834
OpenAlexW2064189355
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited11

Many authorities recognize the concept that sensitivity to a recipient people's culture during the formulation and implementation of international health programs is a basic component to the success of those programs. Nevertheless, international health agencies have consistently failed in realizing truly successful projects in recipient countries by their neglect to fully take culture into account. The reasons are complex, and their comprehension involves a understanding of who is involved in international health programs, the history of those programs, and the conflicts that arise when outside agencies fail to understand--or be understood by--those who are on the receiving end of programs. This paper will scrutinize international health care assistance and development from the points of view of both donor agencies and recipient countries. Examples are presented from countries and regions worldwide. The challenges in maintaining cultural sensitivity will be described, analyzed, and potential solutions will be offered

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