Power and ethics

Study 4: Power and ethics in public health

There are a lot of ethical concerns in the development of public health programs and services to reduce health inequities. In this fourth study, our purpose is to explore the specific ethical concerns in practice related to reducing health inequities in mental health and substance use. To do this, we are identifying ethical issues from the perspective of those involved in program delivery. The final product will be a grounded theory to describe and explain the management of ethical challenges faced by practitioners as they engage in their day to day practice. At the end of the study, we will develop a draft ethical framework for public health programs focused on reducing health inequities.

Research questions:three book shapes

  • What are the specific ethical issues encountered by practitioners in their efforts to reduce health inequities associated with mental health and substance use? 
  • How do public health practitioners navigate and manage these in their practice?
  • What insights can be generated for development of theoretical frameworks and public health ethics resources?