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Book SynopsisThis crucial contribution exposes the misconception that health research and health services are equally effective for all and highlights their failures in engaging with Black and Minority Ethnic (BME) groups. It provides essential case study examples on recruitment, engagement and partnerships with BME groups in research and public engagement.
Table of ContentsIntroduction 1. Concepts and Misconceptions 2. Race, Ethnicity and Health Inequalities 3. Improving Research on Race, Ethnicity and Health Inequalities 4. Importance of Intersectionality 5. Case Study: “We are not hard to reach; you are just not reaching us!” Understanding intersectionality and the prevention and management of Type 2 Diabetes amongst British African-Caribbean Women 6. South-Asian and BME migrant women’s experiences of culturally tailored women-only physical activity programme for improving participation, social isolation and well-being 7. Experiences of health and well-being during periods of fragile citizenship amongst African-Caribbean migrant groups Conclusion Bibliography