The panelists will discuss their use of community based participatory research (CBPR) principles in evaluation. Table discussions will focus on possible ways to address a challenge or goal in scenarios provided by the panelists.
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![]() Prior to joining the Foundation he was Dean and Professor at the Myron B. Thompson School of Social Work and at the University of Hawai`i for a total of 25 years. As dean, he led efforts to indigenize the School including the integration of indigenous content across the curriculum, forming a Kupuna (Elder) Council, developing strong ties with Native Hawaiian organizations and communities, and promoting indigenous matters throughout social work education. During his tenure at UH, Dr. Matsuoka worked extensively on cultural impact studies for native Hawaiian communities in rural areas. The interdisciplinary approach led to the development of unique and integrated research and social planning methodologies. They also engaged in processes regarding community preservation and sustainability. He has served as a consultant to the Office of Hawaiian Affairs, Queen Lili’uokalani Children’s Center, and various other agencies. Dr. Matsuoka is widely published in social work and social science journals in the areas of community development, socioeconomic change in rural Pacific communities, indigenous well-being, help-seeking among Asians and Pacific Islanders, and refugee resettlement and mental health. |
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updated 08/31/2013