Sarawak Centre Of Performance Excellence
Understanding Social Norms for Public Health Interventions and Behavioural Change.
Date
25th May 2024
Venue
Mulu Auditorium, SCOPE Office
Registration Fee
RM -
What Will You Learn
- Develop skills to identify prevailing social norms within a target population or community.
- Analyse how social norms are shaped by cultural, socioeconomic, and demographic factors
- Evaluate how existing social norms can either support or hinder public health interventions and behavioural change efforts
- Recognize the potential negative consequences of harmful social norms, such as stigma, discrimination, or the normalization of unhealthy behaviours.
- Understand the importance of considering social norms when designing and implementing public health programs.
Objective / Purpose
Understanding social norms is crucial for designing effective public health interventions and promoting behavioural change. Social norms refer to the unwritten rules, expectations, and behaviours that are considered acceptable or desirable within a particular social context or community.
Time
09:00 AM - 01:00 PM