This review looked at whether Community Health Workers (CHWs) can help more women in Sub-Saharan Africa get screened for cervical cancer. Across six studies, CHWs provided health education, visited homes, helped women reach screening services, followed up on appointments, and offered practical support such as childcare. The findings showed that CHW involvement increased … [Read more...] about Interventions involving community health workers and their effect on cervical cancer screening uptake in sub-Saharan Africa: a systematic review
CHW Role
Training community health workers to address social isolation in older adults through a quality improvement project
This project tested a short training programme to help Community Health Workers (CHWs) support older adults experiencing social isolation. After the two-hour training, CHWs reported better knowledge and confidence, and these improvements continued for at least two months. They also began using the strategies in their regular work to connect older adults with community and … [Read more...] about Training community health workers to address social isolation in older adults through a quality improvement project
Developing and Evaluating an Expert-Benchmarked Educational Framework for Community Health Workers to Guide Women on Contraceptive Use and Family Planning: Insights from the Sukh Initiative, Karachi, Pakistan
This study examined a structured training approach for Community Health Workers (CHWs) in peri-urban Karachi to help women make informed choices about contraception and family planning. The approach used simple, culturally appropriate materials in different local languages and was based on the needs of the communities served. Programme data showed increased use of modern … [Read more...] about Developing and Evaluating an Expert-Benchmarked Educational Framework for Community Health Workers to Guide Women on Contraceptive Use and Family Planning: Insights from the Sukh Initiative, Karachi, Pakistan
‘She Got Me Through the Toughest Times’: Exploring How Strong Relationships Between Families and Community Health Workers Are Developed in Three Non-Profits in Waitaha Canterbury, New Zealand
This study explored how community-based health workers build trusting relationships with families in three child and youth health services in New Zealand. The study found that trust grew when workers responded to families’ immediate needs, supported them with longer-term challenges, shared experiences, and stayed connected with families over time. Trust was also strengthened … [Read more...] about ‘She Got Me Through the Toughest Times’: Exploring How Strong Relationships Between Families and Community Health Workers Are Developed in Three Non-Profits in Waitaha Canterbury, New Zealand
Community Health Worker–Reported Observations of Physical and Mental Disabilities among Children in Rural Setting in Rwanda
This study looked at how Community Health Workers (CHWs) in Rwanda identify children with physical and mental disabilities in their communities. Of the 358 CHWs surveyed, nearly two-thirds had identified at least one child with a disability, and most reported referring these children to health facilities. Female CHWs and those with more years of experience were more likely to … [Read more...] about Community Health Worker–Reported Observations of Physical and Mental Disabilities among Children in Rural Setting in Rwanda