Dr Faatihah Niyi-Odumosu Faatihah.Niyi-Odumosu@uwe.ac.uk
Associate Professor in Applied Human Physiology
Integrative approaches towards health promotion and community resilience
Niyi-Odumosu, Faatihah; Abissegue, Gisele; Adesope, Abolanle; Fatola, Oluwatobi; Jose, Alosh K
Authors
Gisele Abissegue
Abolanle Adesope
Mr Oluwatobi Fatola Oluwatobi.Fatola@uwe.ac.uk
Hourly Paid Demonstrator-CHSS - SOAS - UDAS0001
Alosh K Jose
Abstract
In the face of increasing health disparities and environmental challenges, integrative approaches to health promotion and community resilience have emerged as essential strategies for fostering sustainable health and well-being. This abstract presents the confluence of diverse methodologies, including public health initiatives, ecological interventions, and socio-cultural practices, that collectively enhance health, social cohesion, and the resilience of the Black and Asian communities. By leveraging holistic frameworks that encompass physical, mental, and social health dimensions, these approaches aim to create adaptive and robust systems capable of withstanding and thriving amidst adversities. Key components include community-driven health education through our monthly Ageing Lifestyle in Blacks and Asians (ALIBSA) knowledge-exchange webinar and integration of traditional and modern sporting activity (cricket sports), environmental consideration, and policy advocacy.
Case studies such as the Family Backyard Cricket (Family BYC aimed at promoting intergenerational physical activity and social connections) as well as the ALIBSA webinar and annual congress (a community-driven platform aimed at reducing health inequality through tailored health literacy for the underserved Blacks and Asian older adults) illustrate successful implementations of integrative strategies, highlighting the role of cross-sector collaborations and the active participation of community members in shaping resilient futures. The findings underscore the importance of a multifaceted perspective in addressing complex health challenges, advocating for a paradigm shift towards inclusive and synergistic health promotion efforts. This integrative model not only enhances immediate health outcomes but also builds long-term community resilience, ensuring a holistic approach to future health and sustainability
| Presentation Conference Type | Keynote |
|---|---|
| Conference Name | International SEEDS Conference 2024 (Sustainable Ecological Engineering and Design for Society) |
| Start Date | Aug 27, 2024 |
| Deposit Date | Feb 4, 2025 |
| Peer Reviewed | Not Peer Reviewed |
| Public URL | https://uwe-repository.worktribe.com/output/13717699 |
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