Cultures of Silence and Cultures of Voice: The Role of Whistleblowing in Healthcare Organisations

Abstract

‘Whistleblowing’ has come to increased prominence in many health systems as a means of identifying and addressing quality and safety issues. But whistleblowing – and the reactions to it – have many complex and ambiguous aspects that need to be considered as part of the broader (organisational) cultural dynamics of healthcare institutions.

Keywords

• Whistleblowing
• Healthcare Organizations
• Cultures of Silence
• Cultures of Voice
• Safer Care