This qualitative study assessed the feasibility of integrating Female Community Health Volunteers (FCHVs) into the pre-hospital trauma care system in the rural Achham district of Nepal. Utilizing key informant interviews with FCHVs and health coordinators, the research found that FCHVs demonstrated high availability and motivation, with all (100%) expressing a strong interest … [Read more...] about Exploring the Role of FCHVs in Trauma Case Management in Nepal: A Qualitative Study
Mental health
Identifying Priorities for Enhancing Village Health Volunteer’s Mental Health Recovery Practices in Thai Rural Communities: A Nominal Group Technique Study
This study explored how village health volunteers (VHVs) in rural Thailand can better support people with mental health challenges. Using group discussions with VHVs, healthcare workers, and community members, the study identified key priorities: expanding VHVs’ roles to include family and emotional support, helping with community reintegration, reducing stigma, and improving … [Read more...] about Identifying Priorities for Enhancing Village Health Volunteer’s Mental Health Recovery Practices in Thai Rural Communities: A Nominal Group Technique Study
Innovative models of integrated community mental health workforce development
This article looks at new ways to strengthen the mental health workforce and make care more accessible. It highlights how training community health workers to provide basic mental health support, using digital tools like telepsychiatry, and involving people with lived experience can improve care in places with few specialists. It also stresses the importance of teamwork between … [Read more...] about Innovative models of integrated community mental health workforce development
Embracing Self-Compassion: An Interpretative Phenomenological Study of Community Health Workers Providing Basic Psychosocial Support in an Urban Setting
This study explored how community health workers (CHWs) in the Philippines practice self-compassion while dealing with personal and emotional challenges. Through interviews with nine CHWs, the research found that being kind to themselves, staying self-aware, and drawing strength from spirituality and social connections helped them stay resilient. Family support and faith played … [Read more...] about Embracing Self-Compassion: An Interpretative Phenomenological Study of Community Health Workers Providing Basic Psychosocial Support in an Urban Setting
Training Teachers and Community Health Workers to Identify Children with Learning Disabilities
This project in Assam trained community health workers and primary school teachers to recognize and support children with learning disabilities. Participants learned how to identify early signs, conduct basic screenings, and apply simple intervention and referral strategies. Graduate students helped organize and lead the training sessions, strengthening early detection and … [Read more...] about Training Teachers and Community Health Workers to Identify Children with Learning Disabilities