This paper describes an initiative in Ontario, Canada, that aimed to improve education and career opportunities for Community Health Workers (CHWs). Because CHWs have strong knowledge of their communities and help people overcome barriers to healthcare, the Bridge to Care Initiative worked with CHWs and other partners to develop training that reflects their role in healthcare. … [Read more...] about Co-designing education with and for community health workers: creating a bridge to care
CHW Motivation
Retention and attrition of community health volunteers in rural Malawi; a mixed-methods study
This study in Malawi looked at what helps community health volunteers stay in their roles and what causes them to leave. Among nearly 2,900 volunteers, only about 10% had left the program over four years. Volunteers were more likely to stay when they received financial or other incentives, had opportunities to learn from other volunteers, worked in smaller areas, and could take … [Read more...] about Retention and attrition of community health volunteers in rural Malawi; a mixed-methods study
Exploring mental well-being of community health workers in Bangladesh: Using photovoice to illuminate stressors, coping strategies, and sources of motivation
This study in Bangladesh explored the experiences and mental wellbeing of community health workers serving rural and underserved communities. Twenty workers shared their experiences and identified heavy workloads, poor working conditions, shortages of medicines, limited training, low and irregular pay, job insecurity, and little opportunity for career growth as major sources of … [Read more...] about Exploring mental well-being of community health workers in Bangladesh: Using photovoice to illuminate stressors, coping strategies, and sources of motivation
Community Health Worker Motivation in the U.S.: A Descriptive Qualitative Research Study
This study explored what motivates Community Health Workers (CHWs) in the U.S. and what affects their job satisfaction and career growth. CHWs said their personal experiences and desire to improve the health of their communities strongly motivated them to do the work. Although they faced challenges such as high community needs and limited resources, they often felt confident … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker Motivation in the U.S.: A Descriptive Qualitative Research Study
The Impact of State Certification and Medicaid Reimbursement on Community Health Worker Place of Employment and Wages: United States, 2012-2023
This study examined where community health workers in the United States are employed and how much they are paid. It found that more community health workers are working in healthcare and government, but those employed by social service organizations earn the lowest wages. The study also found that state certification and Medicaid reimbursement have not increased wages, … [Read more...] about The Impact of State Certification and Medicaid Reimbursement on Community Health Worker Place of Employment and Wages: United States, 2012-2023