Photovoice is a new approach to health communication that entails providing people with cameras so that they can take photographs, tell stories, and reach policy makers. The concept and methodology are underpinned by health promotion principles set forth in the Ottawa Charter, and by theoretical approaches to education for critical consciousness, feminist theory, and a community-based twist to documentary photography. This session features three photovoice projects conducted in Chiang Mai, Thailand; Flint, Michigan; and the San Francisco Bay area. Taken together, they will illustrate how public health professionals and community people can use photovoice as a tool to document health disparities; analyze causes; and influence policy makers to change existing norms of institutionalized discrimination and to improve programs and policies.
Learning Objectives: At this conclusion of this session, the participants will be able to: (1) describe the photovoice methodology and application for public health goals; (2) identify at least five ways in which health professionals may tailor photovoice to achieve specific health promotion objectives; focus on specific health issues of interest; and involve diverse populations that endure disproportionate health risks; and (3) identify at least two strategies for brokering policy makers' participation
Keywords: Photovoice, Communication
Presenting author's disclosure statement:
Organization/institution whose products or services will be discussed: None
I do not have any significant financial interest/arrangement or affiliation with any organization/institution whose products or services are being discussed in this session.