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ALT December e-update
ALT HIA is defined by Public Health Scotland as a process which systematically judges the potential, and sometimes unintended, effects of a project, program, plan, policy, or strategy on the health of a population and the distribution of those effects within the population. HIA identifies appropriate actions to avoid or mitigate health risks and promote health opportunities.
ALT HIA helps decisionmakers think about health, wellbeing, and equality right from the start across areas like housing, transport, planning, and economic development. It can flag up unintended consequences before decisions are made, show how different groups might be affected, and enable community and stakeholder feedback. Because it’s flexible, it can also be used alongside other impact assessments, like Equality Impact Assessments.
ALT Although not a statutory requirement in Scotland, HIA is recognised as a practical and collaborative tool for embedding health and wellbeing within policy and planning processes, supporting the Scottish Government’s commitment to reducing health inequalities and advancing the principles of prevention and collaboration across sectors.
ALT Most HIAs follow a broadly similar structure which includes six stages: 1. Screening – is it required? 2. Scoping – how will it be delivered? 3. Identification of impacts – how the policy could shape health and equity 4. Appraisal – evidence gathering based on identified impacts 5. Recommendations – actions to enhance or mitigate health impacts 6. Monitoring – implementation of actions
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ALT Public health is an important, if under-recognised, element of the great moral dramas of history – the struggle of peoples for better lives – Szreter, 2020
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ALT Join the CoWBELLS Public Involvement Panel (PIP) We’re inviting community organisations to take part in an exciting new Public Involvement Panel (PIP) as part of the Community Wealth Building Evaluation Learning Lessons from Scotland (CoWBELLS) research project. CoWBELLS is a 3-year study exploring how Community Wealth Building (CWB) – an approach to creating fairer, more inclusive local economies – impacts health and reduces inequalities. CWB focuses on keeping wealth within communities through five pillars: inclusive ownership, finance, workforce, spending, and land/property. Examples include co-operative food pantries, employee-owned businesses, and community banks. This research will inform Scotland’s upcoming Community Wealth Building Bill, which will require local authorities to implement CWB strategies.
ALT Why get involved? Shape important research that could influence policy and support for community organisations. Promote your organisation’s work and connect with others across Scotland. Access training and learning opportunities in evaluation and public health. Visit and learn from CWB projects in other areas. Receive payment for your time (£150 for full-day meetings) plus travel and childcare costs. What’s involved? Panel members will meet roughly every six months to share insights and help guide the research. Sessions will cover topics like refining the project’s Theory of Change and advising on how findings are shared. Interested? Contact Mohasin Ahmed at [email protected] to find out more or sign up.
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ALT Digital exclusions occurs when individual's are unable to access and use technologies like the internet and digital devices. This might be due to not being able to afford devices and internet services, a lack of skills or confidence to use them, or living in an area with poor service availability. Many technologies are also not suitably designed for people with certain disabilities, therefore, digital exclusion can also occur on the basis of disability.
ALT In modern society, many essential services have moved online, from banking and job applications to healthcare appointments. This shift was accelerated during the COVID19 pandemic due to restrictions on in person services. Although these services offer convenience and efficiency, they also create challenges for those experiencing digital exclusion.
ALT Not being able to access these online services means individuals may struggle to find or apply for jobs, access government support, or manage their finances effectively. They risk missing educational opportunities, paying more for goods because they cannot compare prices online and experiencing greater social limitation due to limited ways to connect with others.
ALT Digital exclusion disproportionately affects marginalised groups and is often linked to socioeconomic factors like poverty and rurality. People over the age of 65 and disable groups are also most likely to be affected.
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