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He ‘A’ali’i KuMakani Mai Au: Developing a Cultural Framework for Advancing COVID-19 Related, Community Informed Health Policies

Kamaka, M.L., Freitas, S.M., Marshall, S.M., Walsh, M.E., Kamakawiwo'ole, S., Miller, J.M., Balaz,K., Vakalahi, H.

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Peer Review Study

Policy Change/ Development
Economic Stability
Healthcare Access and Quality
Social and Community Context
Tools Included
Outside U.S.
ACCESS RESOURCE
Network of people

Partnerships and Collaboration

The Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander community experienced high COVID-19 case rates by April 2020, in addition to chronic diseases and socioeconomic disparities, so NHPI networks were mobilized to address the crisis, and a COVID-19 Response, Recovery and Resilience team was created. The team consists of multiple committees that examine policy; testing, contact tracing, and isolation; communications; social supports and resources; and data and research. This article discusses the development of a cultural framework to guide culturally informed advocacy efforts to ensure an appropriate response and recovery plan for NHPI that extends beyond COVID-19 to addressing longstanding NHPI disparities.

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Outcomes of Interest

Advancing Racial Equity, Partnership Building, Reduction of Health Disparities

Priority Population(s)

Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander

Setting(s) of Implementation

Community

Geographic Area of Implementation

Implementation Period

2020