Local, national, or global nonprofit organization or government agency
Research a selected local, national, or global nonprofit organization or government agency to determine how it contributes to public health and safety improvements, promotes equal opportunity, and improves the quality of life within the community. Submit your findings in a 3–5 page report.
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Introduction
Many organizations work to better local and global communities' quality of life and promote health and safety in times of crisis. As public health and safety advocates, nurses must be cognizant of how such organizations help certain populations. As change agents, nurses must be aware of factors that impact the organization and the services that it offers. Familiarity with these organizations enables the nurse to offer assistance as a volunteer and source of referral.
This assessment provides an opportunity for you gain insight into the mission, vision, and operations of a community or public health resources organization from the list provided.
Preparation
As you begin to prepare this assessment, it would be an excellent choice to complete the Nonprofit Organizations and Community Health activity to gain insight into promoting equal opportunity and improving the quality of life in a community. The information gained from completing this activity will help you succeed with the assessment.
After completing this activity, select one of the local, national, or global nonprofit organizations or government agencies presented in the Assessment 2 Supplement: Community Resources [PDF].
You may find the organization's website in the Community Organizations reading list or in the Assessment 2 Supplement: Community Resources [PDF].
Scenario
You are interested in expanding your role as a nurse and are considering working in an area where you can promote equal opportunity and improve the quality of life in your local or global community. You are aware of several nonprofit organizations and government agencies whose work contributes to this effort in some way. You are particularly interested in one of these organizations but would like to know more about its contribution to public health and safety improvement. You would also like to report the results of your research in a scholarly paper that you could submit for publication.
Instructions
Research a selected local, national, or global nonprofit organization or government agency from the document provided. Determine how the organization or agency contributes to public health and safety improvements, promotes equal opportunity, and improves the quality of life within the community. Submit your findings in a 3–5 page report.
The requirements outlined below correspond to the grading criteria in the scoring guide, so be sure to address each point. Read the performance-level descriptions in the scoring guide for each criterion to see how your work will be assessed.
• Explain how an organization’s mission and vision enable it to contribute to public health and safety improvements.
o Provide examples of ways a local and/or global initiative supports the mission and vision and promotes public health and safety.
• Evaluate an organization’s ability to promote equal opportunity and improve the quality of life in a community.
o Consider the effects of social, cultural, economic, and physical barriers.
o Be sure to go beyond simply describing what the organization does in these areas but evaluating the impact.
• Assess the impact of funding sources, policy, and legislation on an organization's service delivery.
o Consider the potential implications of funding decisions, policy, and legislation for individuals, families, and aggregates within the community.
o Remember to actually include the policies, legislation, and funding avenues for your chosen organization.
• Explain how an organization’s work impacts the health and/or safety needs of a local community.
o Consider how nurses might become involved with the organization.
o How are nurses involved within this organization?
• Organize content so ideas flow logically with smooth transitions; contains few errors in grammar/punctuation, word choice, and spelling.
• Apply APA formatting to in-text citations and references exhibiting nearly flawless adherence to APA format.
o Write with a specific purpose and audience in mind.
o Adhere to scholarly and disciplinary writing standards and APA formatting requirements.
• Competency 1: Analyze health risks and healthcare needs among distinct populations.
o Explain how an organization’s work impacts the health and/or safety needs of a local community.
• Competency 2: Propose health promotion strategies to improve the health of populations.
o Explain how an organization’s mission and vision enable it to contribute to public health and safety improvements.
• Competency 3: Evaluate health policies, based on their ability to achieve desired outcomes.
o Assess the impact of funding sources, policy, and legislation on an organization's service delivery.
• Competency 4: Integrate principles of social justice in community health interventions.
o Evaluate an organization’s ability to promote equal opportunity and improve the quality of life in a community.
• Competency 5: Apply professional, scholarly communication strategies to lead health promotion and improve population health.
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- Global Health Initiatives:
- The WHO leads global initiatives to combat infectious diseases like HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, and malaria. For example, the Global Malaria Programme provides guidance and support to countries in implementing malaria control and elimination strategies.
- The WHO promotes immunization programs to prevent vaccine-preventable diseases. The Global Polio Eradication Initiative, for instance, has significantly reduced polio cases worldwide.
- The WHO provides guidance and support to countries in preparing for and responding to public health emergencies. During the COVID-19 pandemic, the WHO played a crucial role in coordinating the global response, providing technical guidance, and disseminating information.
- Health Promotion:
- The WHO promotes healthy lifestyles through initiatives focused on nutrition, physical activity, and tobacco control. For example, the WHO Framework Convention on Tobacco Control aims to reduce tobacco use globally.
- The WHO addresses the social determinants of health, recognizing that factors such as poverty, education, and access to clean water impact health outcomes.
Evaluating Equal Opportunity and Quality of Life
The WHO is committed to promoting health equity and addressing health disparities.
- Addressing Barriers:
- The WHO recognizes that social, cultural, economic, and physical barriers limit access to healthcare. It works to address these barriers through initiatives that focus on vulnerable populations, such as women, children, and refugees.
- The WHO emphasizes the importance of universal health coverage, ensuring that everyone has access to essential healthcare services without financial hardship.
- The WHO works to reduce the effects of health disparities between rich and poor nations.
- Impact Evaluation:
- The WHO monitors health trends and evaluates the impact of its programs to ensure they are effectively addressing health needs. This data-driven approach allows for continuous improvement and adaptation.
Impact of Funding, Policy, and Legislation
The WHO relies on a combination of assessed contributions from member states and voluntary contributions from governments, foundations, and other organizations.
- Funding Impact:
- Funding decisions can impact the WHO's ability to implement programs and respond to emergencies. For example, a decrease in funding may limit the organization's capacity to address emerging health threats.
- Policy and Legislation:
- The WHO develops global health policies and guidelines that influence national health policies. For example, the International Health Regulations provide a framework for preventing and responding to public health emergencies.
- The WHO advocates for policies that promote health equity and address the social determinants of health.
- Implications:
- Funding decisions, policy, and legislation can have significant implications for health outcomes worldwide. The WHO plays a critical role in ensuring that these factors support the goal of achieving health for all.
Impact on Local Community Health and Safety Needs
The WHO's work has a direct impact on the health and safety needs of local communities.
- Technical Guidance:
- The WHO provides technical guidance and support to countries in implementing public health programs. For example, it provides guidelines on disease surveillance, outbreak response, and health promotion.
- Capacity Building:
- The WHO supports capacity building in countries to strengthen their health systems. This includes training healthcare workers, improving infrastructure, and developing health policies.
- Nurses' Involvement:
- Nurses play a vital role in implementing WHO programs and initiatives at the local level.
- Nurses can work with the WHO as consultants, researchers, or field workers.
- Nurses can advocate for WHO policies and guidelines to be implemented in their communities.
- Nurses can also work in conjunction with WHO programs at local clinics, and hospitals.
- Nurses can help to distribute information to the public regarding WHO guidlines.
Conclusion
The WHO is a critical organization in promoting global public health and safety. Its work in addressing health challenges, promoting health equity, and strengthening health systems has a profound impact on communities worldwide. Nurses can play a crucial role in supporting the WHO's mission and contributing to the goal of achieving health for all.
Report: The World Health Organization (WHO): Championing Global Public Health
Introduction
As a nurse seeking to expand my role in promoting equal opportunity and improving community quality of life, I have researched the World Health Organization (WHO), a global agency instrumental in shaping public health policies and interventions worldwide. This report analyzes how the WHO contributes to public health and safety improvements, promotes equal opportunity, and enhances the quality of life within communities.
Mission and Vision: Enabling Global Public Health and Safety Improvements
The WHO's mission is "the attainment by all peoples of the highest possible level of health." Its vision is "a world in which all people attain the highest possible level of health." These principles guide the WHO's work in addressing global health challenges and promoting well-being.