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And finally, Pinzon - Perez (2003) examines the interconnectedness of health care systems
globally. She reiterates that the purpose of health education is to take an active
stand against disparities in health care, advocate for essential human rights (better
housing, better sanitation, good employment opportunities) and provide guidance in
environmental protection measures.
CHALLENGE TO THE READER
The articles in Part 6 will allow the reader to gain an understanding of the social
change philosophy for health education, and the role of the health education practitioner
within this approach. Here, the role of the health educator is to work within the
political arena demanding and legislating changes that create the greatest amount of
good. Eliminating health disparities is the main focus. The client is not the individual
but society at large. A social change health educator is a good networker working at
the macro level to create social justice. What are the concepts and principles you can
glean from these readings? How can this knowledge be applied to the practice of health
education?