The Qualitative Open Mic Anti-racist Qualitative Health Research - Wayne Farah on framing anti-racist research questions
Jan 11, 2023
Wayne Farah, Coordinator of the NHS Confederation BME Leadership Network, shares his expertise in tackling racial disparities within health research. He discusses how to frame anti-racist research questions, emphasizing the need to move beyond individual experiences of prejudice to address systemic issues. The conversation explores the challenges of racism in healthcare, the importance of historical context, and the ethical dilemmas faced by healthcare professionals. Farah advocates for empowering communities through collaboration and tailored qualitative research to amplify marginalized voices.
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Critically Examine NHS Narratives
- Critically examine how the NHS frames debates about anti-racism and racial equality.
- Challenge comfortable narratives that accommodate race science instead of scientific analysis of racism.
Individual vs. Systemic Racism
- Individual experiences of racism should be a starting point for research, not the sole focus.
- Shift focus from individual prejudice to the organizational structures that empower it.
Conducting Effective Research
- Develop focused topic guides to encourage thoughtful responses beyond surface-level opinions.
- Cross-reference leadership perspectives with community voices to avoid bias.