Building Community Through Blood Donation: A Qualitative Exploration of Donor Stories and Personal Identity

Authors: Bushra M. Alshammari, Dima A. Alharbi, Abdulaziz M. Alangari, Asrar I. Alshomrani

DOI: https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.13843687

Short DOI: https://doi.org/g5p56h

Country: Saudi Arabia

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Abstract: This qualitative study explores how participation in community blood donation drives strengthens social ties and shapes personal identity among regular donors. Through in-depth interviews with 20 participants, three key themes emerged: (1) blood donation fosters community connections, reinforcing a sense of collective responsibility; (2) donating blood becomes a core part of personal identity, reflecting values of altruism and social responsibility; and (3) altruism serves as both a motivator and a source of personal fulfillment. These findings suggest that community-based blood donation plays a significant role in both community building and identity formation. Blood donation organizations can enhance donor engagement by emphasizing the communal and personal benefits of donation.

Keywords: Blood donation, community building, personal identity, altruism, qualitative study, donor engagement

Paper Id: 231240

Published On: 2024-04-08

Published In: Volume 12, Issue 2, March-April 2024

Cite This: Building Community Through Blood Donation: A Qualitative Exploration of Donor Stories and Personal Identity - Bushra M. Alshammari, Dima A. Alharbi, Abdulaziz M. Alangari, Asrar I. Alshomrani - IJIRMPS Volume 12, Issue 2, March-April 2024. DOI 10.5281/zenodo.13843687

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