In small focus group discussions and religious meetings we could create an open space to ask questions and discuss delicate, sexual health related topics in order to prevent missunderstandings and to raise knowledge. For us it is very important to listen and understand different perceptions and values. At the same time we try to share […]
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Author: Teresa Kowenski
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From June to August 2018 Dr. Teresa Pfeiffenberger ran a study to understand the awareness of HPV and related diseases amongst women in both rural and urban areas of the Yogyakarta Special Region. A very strong dependency on education levels was found. E.g. women from the rural area with high levels of education were not […]
Exploring interreligious and intercultural aspects of preventive care in women’s health
Daniela Paredes Grijalva, an anthropologist and social scientists from the University of Vienna, conducted this research as part of the YogyaHealth Global project in 2017 and found that an intercultural and interreligious approach to women’s health issues can contribute to bridge the gap between academic medical knowledge and local beliefs and practices. Dialogue implies meeting […]
Indonesian Global Health Team visits Austria
The Indonesian Global Health Delegation received a very warm welcome high up in the mountains of Innsbruck, Austria. The incredible scenery was the perfect location to host this international meeting. We are very proud to live global citizenship with open dialogue and exchange of expertise to foster new ideas.