Professional Challenges to Strengthen Partnerships in the Implementation of Healthy Cities in Indonesia: A Case Study of Makassar

摘要

For successful implementation of the global healthy cities movement, WHO recognizes that working in partnership with different sectors, organizations and background are key ingredients. Current literature has shown various challenges to partnerships, particularly professional challenges. However, little research demonstrates evidence based on real practice example. Before examining the professional challenges for effective partnerships in the implementation of healthy cities, this study explained the activities of the development of Makassar Healthy City (MHC), Indonesia, according to the selected settings and described the organisational structure and working partnerships of healthy city. In-depth interviews of 24 informants from the members of Healthy City Advisory Team (HCAT) and Healthy City Forum (HCF) were conducted. They involved actively in the implementation of healthy city. This research identified several professional factors for effective partnerships including poor understanding and view point, lack of commitment, lack of opportunities for staff development and lack of time. The finding indicates there is a need for stakeholder involvement in strengthening effective partnerships.