Teaching Tools, Strategies, and Resources, continued

Key Success Factors

The following have been identified by the UC Berkeley School of Public Health as key factors for the successful incorporation of cultural and linguistic competence into all aspects of training programs in multicultural health:

• Solid and authentic institutional commitment
• Shared vision and “buy-in” from students and faculty
• Resource commitment
• Willingness to change policies and practices
• Community engagement and meaningful involvement
• Visible grant or community project to focus and reinforce efforts
• Administration and Faculty Champions
• Collaboration among disciplines and departments
• Safe and supportive environment for discussions and change
• Patience, persistence, and realistic expectations