In this video clip, Kari Barkhouse, Manager of the Healthy Communities, Science and System Performance, Public Health, at the Nova Scotia Health Authority, explains that one of the key tools they developed was to set clear guidelines on what health-promoting public policies mean for their organization. She emphasizes that the process of creating this tool is crucial, as it helps establish a common understanding and legitimize this work within the organization. By collaborating with various partners and leaders, they produced a document approved by management, which now serves as a guide to align organizational efforts and support community actions.
This video is part of a series where public health practitioners explain how to promote healthy public policies and Health in All Policies (HiAP). To learn more about the series, click here.