Tag Archives: Pacific

Public arenas methodology: Engaging with societal health conceptualizations

Within the Pacific context, qualitative methods of data collection such as individual interviews, focus group interviews and talanoa are well utilized.  Another increasingly popular method of data collection is the analysis of media discourse.   Local news media play an essential role in the dissemination of … Continue reading

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Data collection methods in the Pacific context

Research of the people, by the people, for the people of the Pacific The Pacific region has a rich oral heritage, that can be seen in Pasifika narratives, songs and dances.  A specific form of interview, Talanoa Methods has been … Continue reading

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Acknowledging, embracing, practicing Pacific worldviews on a global scale

Research into Pacific people’s health conceptualizations is of benefit to both the local populations as well as contributing to the global efforts to address societal health outcomes.  Within the immediate context, research into Pacific perceptions of health and wellbeing provides … Continue reading

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