Constructing a Global Learning Partnership in Physiotherapy: An Ireland–Uganda Initiative

Frontiers in Public Health

Cliona O’Sullivan¹ 

关键词: global health;    physiotherapy;    disability;    rehabilitation;    curricula;    collaborative learning;    partnership;   

DOI  :  10.3389/fpubh.2017.00107

学科分类：卫生学

来源: Frontiers

【 摘 要 】

Background and aimThere is a strong correlation between disability and poverty and it is acknowledged that until disability issues are addressed, the goal of poverty reduction in low-income countries is unlikely to be achieved. Despite the high prevalence of disability in developing countries, there remains a significant shortage of rehabilitation professionals as highlighted by the WHO report, Human resources for Health (2006). The purpose of this project was to develop a collaborative and sustainable partnership to strengthen educational and research capacity in global health, disability, and rehabilitation between two physiotherapy schools; University College Dublin, Ireland, and Mbarara University of Science and Technology, Uganda. This article aims to describe the approach used and initial project outcomes.

【 授权许可】

CC BY