Determine how your group is currently functioning in regard to cultural competence. The following questions can help you assess your group’s strengths and weaknesses in this area:27
- Does your community assessment include information about the major cultural groups in your community?
- Do members of diverse group(s) assist in the analysis and interpretation of your data?
- Does your organization or coalition engage all sectors of the community in community-wide prevention efforts?
- Are all groups adequately represented or “at the table”?
- Do your organizational plans incorporate cultural competence concepts?
When collecting qualitative data, it is likewise important to use methods that are culturally competent and appropriate. Consider:
- Will any of your interview or focus group questions be perceived as too personal or inappropriate?
- Have you considered (and then addressed) any translation needs?
- Do the interviewers or group facilitators reflect the composition of the group being interviewed?
Tool
MOAPC Planning Tool