Authors: Glyn A. Alcock, Neena Shah More, Sarita Patil, Maya Porel, Leena Vaidya and David Osrin
This article presents findings from a study of female peer facilitators involved in a community-based maternal and newborn health intervention in urban slum areas of Mumbai. Using qualitative methods we explore their role perceptions and experiences. Our findings focus on how the facilitators understand and enact their role in the community setting, how they negotiate relationships and health issues with peer groups, and the influence of credibility. We contextualize this within broader conceptualizations of peer-led health interventions and offer recommendations for similar community-based health initiatives.
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Resource Topic: CHW Role, Gender, Maternal, Newborn and Child Health, Peer Educators
Resource Type: Journal articles
Year: 2009
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Country: India
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