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Communications: Web Based Video

Organization(s):Fire 20/20
Year: 2008
Available at:www.fire2020.org/MHSRPReportOnline/Frames/videos/CommunicationsNEW.wmv
Description:

This video contains excerpts from a number of interviews with community members and first responders that focus on language barriers and other communications challenges that affect safe and effective service in multicultural communities. The role of interpreters and bi-lingual personnel is discussed as are cultural intricacies as they relate to interactions between community members and first responders.  

Language(s):English
Communities:Hispanic or Latino; Mexican American; Hmong; Black or African American; Asian or Pacific Islander; Muslim; Older Adult
Subtopic:
Culturally Competent Care
Language Access Services
Phase 6 - Response
Target Audience:First Responders; Emergency Planners & Managers; Local/Community
Resource Type:
Qualitative Study
Audio/Video