From Failure to Success: Tapping the Creative Energy of Sikuani Culture in Colombia.

Herrera, Xochitl; Lobo-Guerrero, Miguel

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Publication Date: 1988

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From Failure to Success: Tapping the Creative Energy of Sikuani Culture in Colombia.

Herrera, Xochitl; Lobo-Guerrero, Miguel

Grassroots Development, v12 n3 p28-37 1988

Describes a participatory research project among the Sikuani Indians of Colombia that uncovered solutions to a failing government-imposed health program. Discusses promoting community involvement in and control of its own health care, integrating traditional and modern medical practices, and adapting national health dictums to local circumstances. (SV)

Descriptors: American Indian Culture, American Indians, Community Control, Community Development, Community Involvement, Cultural Influences, Folk Culture, Foreign Countries, Health Programs, Health Promotion, Program Development, Social Science Research

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Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Colombia

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