Inequalities & Health Workshop - Jan 28th, Derry
8 Jan 2008
This workshop will enable participants to better understand how health issues impact on people differently because of their gender, where they live, what they earn, what age they are. It is recommended for anyone working in community health, as community development workers, social care staff, social workers, community nursing staff.
Pauline Collins from the Open University will facilitate the discussion which aims to stimulate your thinking, challenge pre-conceptions or confirm what you already know. It may be of particular interest to members who have already participated in courses such as Women’s Health & History.
This workshop looks at the social model of health and the economic and social factors that impact upon our health. It is an interactive approach where you will explore the value of equality in terms of access and discrimination. The day will look at ways in which we can work together to challenge and change inequalities in health.
Key areas for you as a Learner:
• A chance to share individual experiences of accessing health services
• What influences health and illness?
• What do we mean by equality?
• Exploring issues such as waiting lists, literacy and health information, discrimination in health access.
This workshop will run on Monday 28th January from 10am - 4pm in our UNISON Office, Clarendon St, Derry. Lunch is provided.
You can download an application form here or book online here
