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Defining
Values
The Concise
Oxford Dictionary defines a value as
"the
worth, desirability or quality of thing or the qualities on which
these depend (the value of regular exercise)" (1990, p. 1356).
Everyone is
guided by a set of values, which shape our judgments about what's
important and influence the choices we make.
As is the case
with any 'helping profession', health promotion is not value neutral.
It is defined by a distinct set of values that guide the ways in
which health promoters work with individuals, groups and communities
to address health issues.
In this module,
you will be exploring the following set of four values.
 Empowerment
Social justice and
equity
Inclusion
Respect
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