Authors: Aimable Nkurunziza, Victoria L Smye, C Nadine Wathen, Kimberley T Jackson, David F Cechetto, Panagiota Tryphonopoulos, Darius Gishoma
In Rwanda, maternal community health workers provide crucial support to adolescent mothers, who face unique challenges like trauma, violence, and stigma. These workers offer personalized care, act as liaisons, and tailor home visits to meet the needs of young mothers. However, they face challenges such as handling violence disclosures, financial constraints, and transportation issues, which can lead to vicarious trauma. To improve their effectiveness, there is a need for more resources, mentorship, and training in trauma- and violence-informed care.
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Resource Topic: CHW Role, Maternal healthcare, Trauma Care
Resource Type: Qualitative
Year: 2024
Region: Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA)
Country: Rwanda
Publisher May Restrict Access: No