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AFRICAN RESEARCH NEXUS
SHINING A SPOTLIGHT ON AFRICAN RESEARCH
social sciences
Aligning JSNA and EDS: Benefits for minority ethnic communities?
Journal of Integrated Care, Volume 21, No. 2, Article 17085688, Year 2013
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Purpose - The purpose of this paper is to explore potential benefits in aligning Joint Strategic Needs Assessments (JSNAs) with implementation of the Equality Delivery System (EDS) to improve commissioning of healthcare for minority ethnic groups. Design/methodology/approach - The paper draws on data gathered for a large research study carried out in England exploring the use of evidence in commissioning for multi-ethnic populations, to present a reflective discussion on the potential synergies between JSNA and EDS processes. Qualitative data were collected from 62 interviews with stakeholders in Sheffield, Leeds and Bradford, who, as part of their normal role, had an active responsibility to contribute to decision making for commissioning healthcare. 19 individuals working in national roles with experience in evidence use, ethnicity and commissioning across NHS, local authorities and third sector were also interviewed. Observational data were collected through regular attendance at an NHS Equality Group, which had Equality Delivery System implementation within its remit, and from a regional workshop focussing on Joint Strategic Needs Assessment improvements. Observations also came via participation in local EDS implementation meetings across Sheffield, Leeds and Bradford. These data were supplemented by a review of local and national policy literature about implementing JSNA and EDS. Findings - Formally strengthening the connection between JSNAs and the EDS has potential benefits for enhancing the evidence base about health and wellbeing needs of minority groups in general, and ethnic minorities in particular. Originality/value - NHS and Local Authority organisations need to establish structural processes to formally connect these two workstreams and to ensure adequate resource is made available, with clear direction from senior management. © 2013 Emerald Group Publishing Limited. All rights reserved.
Authors & Co-Authors
Salway, Sarah Maria
United Kingdom, Sheffield
Sheffield Hallam University
Mir, Ghazala
United Kingdom, Leeds
University of Leeds
Ellison, George T.H.
United Kingdom, Leeds
University of Leeds
Statistics
Citations: 1
Authors: 3
Affiliations: 4
Identifiers
Doi:
10.1108/14769011311316015
ISSN:
14769018
Research Areas
Health System And Policy
Study Approach
Qualitative