Journal article
Factors influencing disability inclusion in general eye health services in Bandung, Indonesia: A qualitative study
M Marella, F Smith, L Hilfi, DK Sunjaya
International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health | MDPI | Published : 2019
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Abstract
The Inclusive System for Effective Eye-care (I-SEE) is a pilot project for disability inclusion in eye health in Bandung district of Indonesia. The aim of this research was to investigate factors influencing the introduction, i.e., adoption, implementation and continuation of I-SEE. A qualitative exploratory study was conducted by interviewing relevant stakeholders (n = 27) and users with disabilities (n = 12). A theoretical framework on the introduction of innovations in health care was used to guide data collection and thematic analysis. Factors related to the characteristics of the innovation (I-SEE) (e.g., infrastructure, equipment, engagement of people with disabilities, inclusive commu..
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Funding Acknowledgements
This research was funded by The University of Melbourne's Early Career Research Grant Scheme 2016, Grant number 603010 and APC was funded y the same grant. The research was undertaken collaboratively by The Nossal Institute for Global Health, at the University of Melbourne and the Universitas Padjadjaran. We thank David Lewis and Philip Waters for their support on the design of this research. We acknowledge the logistical support provided by CBM Indonesia office for this research and providing their valuable inputs on the research design, findings and drafting this report. Special thanks to all participants for providing their valuable time sharing their experiences and contribution to the study.