Health Promotion with Adolescent Boys and Young Men of Colour

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This book highlights novel and pragmatic health promotion efforts being adopted with boys and young men of colour (BYMOC) globally that apply a strengths-based approach.

Men’s adoption of risky health practices and reluctance to seek help and engage in preventive health behaviours have frequently been used to explain their poorer health outcomes, particularly among adolescent boys and young men, and disproportionately affecting BYMOC. Emerging literature on equity and men’s health has conveyed that intersections among age, race, sexuality, socioeconomic status and geography contribute to a complex array of health and social inequities. There is growing evidence to suggest these inequities shape the health practices of BYMOC. Unfortunately, these health and social inequities can have negative lifelong consequences. An increased focus on reducing health inequities has led to a greater focus on health promotion actions that address social and cultural determinants of health.

The vulnerabilities that BYMOC face are diverse and are reflected in a range of tailored health promotion interventions. Health promotion approaches that influence structural and systemic inequities experienced by BYMOC have been a prominent feature. In this volume, the editors and contributors purposefully bring together international research and promising practice examples from Australia, the United States, New Zealand, and Canada to celebrate health promotion strategies that help to improve the health and social trajectories of BYMOC. In doing so, the book moves beyond discussing the health inequities faced by this population, to talk about the practical actions to address them in context.

Health Promotion with Adolescent Boys and Young Men of Colour brings together diffuse strands of scholarship relating to male health promotion, gender/masculinities and health, equity and men’s health, and gender and youth development. The book is a unique and useful resource for practitioners, policy-makers, researchers and students with an interest in health promotion/public health, social work/social policy, education, men’s health, youth development, Indigenous studies, and health and social equity.

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Table of contents :

Preface
Why Write a Book About Health Promotion and Young Men of Colour?
What Do You Need to Know Before Reading This Book?
References
Acknowledgements
Contents
About the Editors
Contributors
Chapter 1: Introduction: What Do We Know About Global Efforts to Promote Health Among Adolescent Boys and Young Men of Colour?
Introduction
Framing Health and Social Inequities in Relation to Adolescent Boys and Young Men of Colour
Defining Key Concepts
Age: Defining Youth
Gender: Defining the Social and Cultural Construction of Masculinities
Colour: Defining Race, Ethnicity, and Culture
Approaches for Advancing Equity and Men’s Health Promotion
An Intersectional Approach
A Life-Course Approach
Conclusion
References
Chapter 2: Becoming: An Intervention to Promote Mental Wellbeing of Young Black Men in the United States
Introduction
Background and Literature Review
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Biopsychosocial Aspects of Young Men’s Lives
Anti-Black Gendered Structural Racism and Health
Becoming
Deconstructionist Phase
Reconstructionist Phase
Constructionist Phase
Conclusion
References
Chapter 3: A Community-Based Ecosystems Approach for Promoting the Health, Wellbeing and Healing of Boys and Young Men of Colour
Why We Need a Community-Based Ecosystems Approach
Building a Healthy Ecosystem
BMA HHS Participant Engagement
Evaluation and Methodology
Fostering a Community-Based Ecosystems Approach
Confirming Specific Language
Creating Safe Spaces
Allowing Permission for Self-Care and Wellness Practices
Engaging Intergenerational Role Models
Additional Factors to Consider
References
Chapter 4: First-Generation Black College Men in the United States and the Value of Cohort-Based Programs: Addressing Inequities Through the YBMen Project
Introduction
Background and Literature Review
First-Generation College Students
Black College Students
Black College Men
Mental Health Outcomes and Stigma
Mental Health Literacy
Social Support
Social Capital
The YBMen Project
Intervention Description
Curriculum Overview
Addressing Inequities Through the YBMen Project for First-Generation Black college Men
Implications for Promoting the Health of Boys and Young Men of Colour: Research, Practice, and Policy Considerations
Conclusion
References
Chapter 5: Situating for Success: Lessons Learned from the Evaluation of the Making Connections Place-based Mental Health Initiatives Involving Boys and Men of Colour Across the United States
Introduction: Background
Background on the Evaluation
Administrative Support
Organisational Leadership Involvement
Staff Assignments and Commitment
Evaluation Considerations
Leadership
Leadership Vision, Values, and Commitment
Leadership Skills/Styles
Distributive/Shared Leadership
Leadership Development Opportunities
Evaluation Considerations
Partnership Development
Building Trust
Purposeful Partnering
Partnerships Can Expand Capacity
Partnering with Existing Community Leaders
Partnering with an Organisation
Evaluation Considerations
Community Engagement
Building Trust
Involving the Community Early
Empowering the Population of Focus
Engaging with Community Members
Evaluation Considerations
Conclusion
References
Chapter 6: “Where Are Our Men?”: How the DUDES Club Has Supported Indigenous Men in British Columbia, Canada to Seek a Path of Healing and Wellness
Introduction
Quantitative Findings and Evaluation
Qualitative Findings
Future Directions
Policy Implications
Conclusion
References
Chapter 7: Coming to Know Ishkode: Re-Encountering Indigenous Male Wholistic Wellness in Canada
Introduction
Indigenous Masculinities
Wholistic Wellness
Wholism
Anishinaabe Medicine Wheel
Eastern Direction
Southern Direction
Western Direction
Northern Direction
Wellness
Building the Fire Project
Methodology
Reflection on Men’s Voices
Fire at the Centre
Connection
Engagement
Conclusion
References
Chapter 8: Exploring the Social and Cultural Determinants of Indigenous Males’ Participation and Success in Higher Education in Australia
Introduction: Background
Methods
Results
Motivations and Aspirations to Study
Higher Education Aspirations
Mystification of Higher Education
Influence of Family and Community Education Values
Increased Life and Career Opportunities
Representation of Indigenous Perspectives and Methods of Knowledge Translation
Higher Education Engagement and Retention Barriers
Awareness, Promotion, and Understanding of University
Adjustments to Different Environments and Worldviews
Academic Preparation and Motivation Through School
Financial Constraints
Factors Influencing Study Engagement and Success
Online Learning
COVID-19 Disruptions to Study
Financial Support and the Importance of Scholarships
Indigenous Support Units at Universities
Routines and Schedules
Mindset and Self-Efficacy
Discussion: Implications for Policy and Practice
Promotion of Programs and Role Models
Online Courses
Indigenous Study Units and Cultural Spaces on Campus
Financial Support
Conclusion
References
Chapter 9: Applying Indigenous Data Sovereignty Principles to Research with Young Indigenous Males: Lessons for Health Promotion from a Higher Education Project in Australia
Introduction and Background
Research Methodology
Adopting Indigenous Data Sovereignty Principles
Exercise Control of the Data Ecosystem Including Creation, Development, Stewardship, Analysis, Dissemination, and Infrastructure
Data Structures That Are Accountable to Indigenous Peoples and First Nations
Data That Is Protective and Respects Our Individual and Collective Interests
Data That Is Contextual and Disaggregated (Available and Accessible at Individual, Community, and First Nations Levels)
Data That Is Relevant and Empowers Sustainable Self-Determination and Effective Self-Governance
Data Ownership
Implications for Policy and Practice
Conclusion
Dedication
References
Chapter 10: La Cultura Cura and El Joven Noble: Culturally Rooted Theory and Practice Formulations for Healing Wounded Boys and Young Men of Colour in the United States
Cada cabeza es un mundo: An Introduction
El Hombre Propone, Dios Dispone: The Proposal
Current Practice Concerns in Latinx, Mexican American, and Chicano Communities
La Cultura Cura: Culture as Medicine
Four Valores
The Medicine Wheel: Mapping the Healing Journey
Conocimiento (Acknowledgment)
Entendimiento (Understanding)
Integracion (Integration)
Movimiento (Movement)
En Tloque Nahuaque (Interconnected Sacredness)
La Cultura Cura’s Practice Intervention: El Joven Noble
El Joven Noble and Círculo
Facilitators and Training
Evidence of Program Efficacy
Empirical Evidence of Program Efficacy
Círculo Experience
Acceptance; You are a Blessing
Confianza/Trust
Relationships and Respect
Interconnection
Changing Values and Enduring Change
Discussion
Practice Implications
Policy Implications
Research Implications
Conclusion
References
Chapter 11: Promoting Health and Wellbeing: Young Cook Islands Māori Men in New Zealand and the Cook Islands
Introduction
The Cook Islands Health Profile
Cook Islands Māori Men in New Zealand
Hearing from Cook Islands Māori Men
Exploring Men’s Health Values
Health Beliefs and Behaviours
Using Healthcare Services
Promoting Health and Wellbeing
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 12: Promoting Cultural Identity as a Form of Health Promotion for New Zealand-Born Niue Men in Aotearoa (New Zealand)
Introduction
Setting the Scene – Niue Men in Aotearoa
Listening to Niue Men
Building Young Men’s Values into Health Promotion
Being a Niuean Man
Health Beliefs and Behaviours
Using Healthcare Services
Cultural Issues Affecting Health and Healthcare
Promoting Health and Wellbeing
Discussion
Conclusion
References
Chapter 13: “Been Through It Too”: Exploring Community Development Through Collaborative Hip-Hop Creation
Introduction
Hip-hop Song Writing and Beat Making as a Pathway to Agency
Hip-hop: The Problem and the Solution
WMBK Formula 734
Setting the Stage
Outcomes
References
Chapter 14: Masculinities and Health in Justice-Involved Youth: Implications for Boys and Young Men of Colour
Introduction: Background
Incarceration and Health
Healthcare and Community Re-entry After Incarceration
Addressing Healthcare Needs
Masculinities and Men of Colour
Masculinities and Justice Involvement
Physical Environment
Daily Activity
Correctional Staff Interactions
Conclusion
References
Chapter 15: Conclusion: Future Directions in Global Health Promotion with Young Men of Colour
Introduction
References
Index