Abstract
This qualitative research study explores the Hmong, a Southeast Asian subgroup of people living in the United States and the likelihood of organ donation with this group. This research study investigated 30 Hmong respondents' attitudes, beliefs, behaviors, and cultural norms as factors that may influence their willingness to become organ donors. The issue of cultural competence was evaluated as a possible factor that may be a barrier preventing participation of Hmong people becoming organ donors. Information for this project was gathered using a snowball sampling method to recruit human subjects. This project was completed using a survey consisting of openended and close-ended questions. This study concludes that the Hnmong people are potential organ donors depending on the level of acculturation of each individual and other unknown factors. Personal and academic knowledge did not have a significant impact in the overall findings. Demographic factors such as age, education, marital status, gender, language, and cultural & religious practices were not significant factors in determining those who would consider participating in organ donation in this study. Maintaining body integrity was very important to all participants.