Effective communication for behavior change: Lessons from multicultural Hawai’i
Abstract
This article examines effective communication strategies professionals use to enact change in behavior in public and health care environments, using multi-cultural Hawai’i as a model. Discussions explore social and behavioral change communication theory, cultural competence, and culturally and linguistically appropriate services. Public health campaigns designed for Hawai´i’s population are highlighted, with implications for practice, policy, and future research in other multi-cultural settings.
Fields of Study & Subjects
Cultural Competency in Health Care
Public Health Policies and Education
Community Health and Development
Publication details
- Journal / source
- Journal of Contemporary Studies in Epidemiology and Public Health
- Volume
- 7
- Issue
- 1
- Pages
- ep26007–ep26007
- Publication date
- 3 February 2026