Cultural Awareness in Disaster Behavioral Health |
As the United States continues to become more racially and ethnically diverse, disaster behavioral health professionals should implement strategies and plans for working with diverse populations. To respond effectively to the mental health and substance use-related needs of survivors, responders must be sensitive to the unique experiences, beliefs, norms, values, traditions, customs, and languages of individuals in communities they serve. The following resources provide information, guidelines, and tools to better infuse cultural awareness and competence into disaster planning, preparedness, and response.
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Applying Cultural Awareness This webcast from the SAMHSA Disaster Technical Assistance Center (DTAC) provides information, tips, and tools to help disaster behavioral health professionals assess and strengthen cultural awareness practices in their programs. Topics include guiding principles of cultural awareness, challenges in cultural awareness and competence, and lessons learned in the field. |
Cultural and Population Sensitivity In this edition of The Dialogue, SAMHSA DTAC features articles from several disaster behavioral health (DBH) professionals sharing their experiences with providing post-disaster services to individuals of a range of cultures, including residents of the U.S. Virgin Islands and Hawaii, American Indian and Alaska Native tribes, and individuals with functional and access needs. The edition also discusses the importance of culturally sensitive DBH programs and tips for building cultural awareness. |
Cultural and Linguistic Competency This online fact sheet from the HHS Office of the Assistant Secretary for Preparedness and Response provides information on five key elements of cultural competency related to disasters. These elements help to build cultural awareness and knowledge for disaster responders to adapt and serve effectively in different cultural contexts. |
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