A Community-Based Participatory Research Guided Model for the Dissemination of Evidence-Based Interventions

Abstract

Background Dissemination is a principle within community-based participatory research (CBPR); however, published research focuses on the dissemination of findings from CBPR projects but less on dissemination of interventions developed through CBPR approaches. To disseminate an evidence-based lifestyle intervention tailored for Native Hawaiians and Pacific Islanders, the PILI 'Ohana Project (POP), an 11-year CBPR initiative, developed an innovative dissemination model. Objectives The Community-to-Community Mentoring (CCM) model described in this paper extends the application of CBPR values and principles used in intervention development to intervention dissemination. Methods The CCM model combines a CBPR orientation with the Diffusion of Innovation Theory, the Social Cognitive Theory, and key concepts from community organizing and community building to address the multilevel factors that influence uptake of an evidence-based intervention. Grounding the model in CBPR principles provides benefits for intervention dissemination and integrates a focus on community benefits and capacity building. Conclusions By establishing co-equal, mutually beneficial relationships at the core of the CCM model, opportunities are created for building critical consciousness, community capacity, and social capital. More research is needed to determine the effectiveness of this model of intervention dissemination which may enhance diffusion of CBPR interventions and empower communities in the process.

Models for Developing Community Organizations to Reinforce Health Management in Small Businesses

“…Therefore, HCFW and communities should implement strategies involving the participation of workers in discussions on occupational health in order to increase critical consciousness. In the meantime, this investigation was different from other studies in that it demonstrated that community capacity influenced critical consciousness [18]. Sheri et al [32] found that community capacity and critical consciousness, among others, are prerequisites for empowerment.…”

“…Furthermore, past research has similarly shown that issue selection is more than member participation [16], and different organizational systems display different levels of issue selection [17]. Previous studies have shown that community capacity has a significant impact on critical consciousness [18] and critical consciousness has a significant impact on participation in health initiatives [19,20].…”

Best Practices for Community-Engaged Research with Pacific Islander Communities in the US and USAPI: A Scoping Review

“…Community-based organizations.-The involvement of community leaders through community-based organizations was discussed in 80% of the articles. [62][63][64][65][66][67]69,70,[98][99][100][101][102][103][104][105][106][107][108][109][110][111][112]116,117,[120][121][122][123][124][125][126][127][128][129][130][131][132][133][134][135][136] The involvement of community-based organizations was cited as a way to leverage, build, and sustain leadership within the Pacific Islander community. 81 Community-based organizations (e.g., federally qualified community health centers and grassroots non-profit community-based organizations) were described as playing a direct role in the research design, study conduct, and dissemination of the results back to the community.…”

“…Community advisory board.-More than half (54%) of the reviewed articles mentioned partnering with a community advisory board. 62,[64][65][66][67]69,70,[72][73][74][75][76][78][79][80][81][82][83][84][85][86][87][88][89][90][91][92][93][94][95][98][99][100][101][102][103][104][105][106][107][108][109][110][111][112]116,117,[120][121][122][123]…”

“…99 Sharing a meal.-Another cultural practice described in 17% of the articles was the sharing of a meal. 64,67,70,73,75,77,80,85,97,104,112,118,131,135,138 For many Pacific Islander communities, food is the center of social interaction and is described as a vital part of gatherings. Communal meals facilitated the opportunity for researchers and participants to engage with one another as equals and potentially as extensions of family and community.…”