Building Cooperation through Health Initiatives: An Arab and Israeli Case Study
Author Information
Author(s): Harvey Skinner, Abi Sriharan
Primary Institution: York University
Hypothesis
What attracts Israeli, Jordanian, and Palestinian participants to collaborate on health initiatives despite ongoing conflict?
Conclusion
Arab and Israeli health professionals are willing to collaborate on health initiatives for both professional advancement and the desire to foster cooperation in the region.
Supporting Evidence
- Participants were motivated by a shared concern for health issues and opportunities for professional growth.
- The political situation posed significant challenges to the project's implementation.
- Fostering personal relationships was critical for the success of the initiative.
- Participants expressed a commitment to building cooperation and trust despite the conflict.
Takeaway
Doctors from Israel, Jordan, and Palestine worked together to help babies with hearing loss, showing that even in tough times, people can come together to help each other.
Methodology
In-depth interviews with 12 key informants from Israel, Jordan, Palestine, and Canada were conducted and analyzed using an inductive qualitative approach.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the involvement of the researchers in the project and the sensitive political context.
Limitations
The study is based on a small sample size and may not be generalizable to other contexts.
Participant Demographics
Participants included 10 males and 2 females from various health professions, stratified by country.
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