KIT – E-learning: Urban Health in Low- and Middle Income Countries, April-June 2014.
At the end of this course, participants will be able to:
1. Describe demographic trends and prospects worldwide with respect to urbanisation and interpret the health situation of ‘average’ urban populations in developing countries in the light of existing inequalities.
2. Identify and appraise the important factors implicated in health and inequalities in a (poor) urban environment using a framework of social determinants of health.
3. Ascertain the role of (local) health systems in relation to service provision, health practices and in addressing inequalities in determinants, health status, access, financial contributions and/or consequences of ill-health.
4. Critically evaluate the principles of governance, accountability, participation and voice in relation to marginalised communities in urban environments.
5. Advocate with stakeholders for collaborative intersectoral action to promote urban health.
6. Review good practices and critically appraise interventions and own experiences in the context of urban health and formulate program and policy recommendations.
