Evaluation of the Ngati Porou community injury prevention project

Abstract

The Ngati Porou Community Injury Prevention Project successfully applied the principles of role modelling, life span focus, accessibility, acceptability and active participation. This is a promising model that could be repeated in other indigenous communities.

Interventions for motor vehicle crashes among Indigenous communities: Strategies to inform Canadian initiatives

“…23 The study conducted in New Zealand involved an intervention that targeted reducing speeding, increasing seat belt and child car seat use, and decreasing the number of unlicensed drivers among Maori peoples of the Ngati Porou Community. 24 The findings from the intervention evaluation indicated that self-reports of never exceeding the speed limit increased by 7%, and child restraint use increased by 8% post-intervention. No follow-up was included in this evaluation.…”

“…15,17,18,22 Context and culture were also incorporated into the evaluation methods. Brewin and Coggan 24 implemented Maori research methods, which included face-to-face interviews rather than telephone interviews, as this method fostered a balanced environment. 24 Additionally, program evaluators must be aware that Indigenous values and customs sometimes conflict with Western health education practices.…”

“…20 6) A driver-licensing course was implemented in one intervention. 24 This program offered group learning sessions and one-on-one assistance to help community members attain their driver's licence. An additional advantage was that this qualification provided more employment opportunities for the participants.…”

“…15,17,20,21,24 A focus group is a guided discussion among community members and the research team, which provides an environment in which to complete a community needs assessment. Additionally, focus groups can be used to develop specific intervention tools.…”

“…3) Educational activities were included in all interventions reviewed. These included hands-on activities at after-school programs and summer youth programs; 21 public information media campaigns; use of posters, radio and newspaper announcements; [18][19][20][22][23][24] and education sessions for parents with regard to child safety seats. 17 4) Distribution of safety devices to the community was employed in many of the interventions.…”