Global Health Day 2025 | Addressing Stigma in Global Health: An Ethical Approach to Research
Save the date! Join the Center for Global Health and Social Responsibility for Global Health Day — a celebration of global health work by UMN faculty, staff, and students.
Addressing Stigma in Global Health: An Ethical Approach to Research
Stigma is present in health care around the world, and can result in subpar care for those who face preconceived notions about their health status.
Members of the LGBTQ community, women, and those with sexually transmitted diseases are examples of individuals who may face stigma due to long-held societal and cultural beliefs. Mental health is another stigmatized condition in certain parts of the world.
How can global health researchers acknowledge instances of stigma while respecting community customs and beliefs? And what should be done when stigma hinders the ability to conduct meaningful research?
Our panel will highlight the experiences of global health researchers who have faced these questions and had to balance deferring to local communities while also maintaining the integrity of their work.