Community health workers (CHWs) are increasingly recognized as an integral component of the health workforce needed to achieve public health goals in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Many factors influence CHW performance. A systematic review was conducted to identify intervention design related factors influencing performance of CHWs. A mix of financial and … [Read more...] about Which intervention design factors influence performance of community health workers in low- and middle-income countries? A systematic review.
Motivation/incentives
Examining domains of community health nurse satisfaction and motivation: results from a mixed-methods baseline evaluation in rural Ghana
A strong health system requires a competent and caring workforce. A more satisfied and motivated health workforce should be more willing to serve in difficult areas, have lower turnover, and theoretically provide better care to patients. This study examines the motivation, satisfaction, and correlation with clinical knowledge, of community health nurses (CHNs), a … [Read more...] about Examining domains of community health nurse satisfaction and motivation: results from a mixed-methods baseline evaluation in rural Ghana
Profile, knowledge, and work patterns of a cadre of maternal, newborn, and child health CHWs focusing on preventive and promotive services in Morogoro Region, Tanzania
Despite impressive decreases in under-five mortality, progress in reducing maternal and neonatal mortality in Tanzania has been slow. This study presents an evaluation of a cadre of maternal, newborn, and child health community health worker (MNCH CHW) focused on preventive and promotive services during the antenatal and postpartum periods in Morogoro Region, Tanzania. Study … [Read more...] about Profile, knowledge, and work patterns of a cadre of maternal, newborn, and child health CHWs focusing on preventive and promotive services in Morogoro Region, Tanzania
Community Based Volunteers in Zambia: Research findings on gender disparities, incentives, and management of CBV programs
This presentation summarizes recommendations from a series of projects on Community Based Volunteers in Zambia, by the Ministry of Community Development, Mother and Child, along with UKAID and Volunteer Services Overseas. Research touches on topics of gender disparities of CBVs in urban and rural districts, CBV training, incentives, drop outs, and motivation, collaboration of … [Read more...] about Community Based Volunteers in Zambia: Research findings on gender disparities, incentives, and management of CBV programs
Community Based Volunteers Skills Audit Survey Report in Zambia
This report presents the findings from the Community Based Volunteers Skills Audit Survey that was carried out in 30 Districts Zambia for the Ministry of Community Development, Mother and Child Health. The disparities in incentives amongst CBVs cause problems in terms of the sustainability of the programmes. CBVs are likely to drop-out when incentive levels change. It … [Read more...] about Community Based Volunteers Skills Audit Survey Report in Zambia