This study evaluated a statewide training program for community health workers and promotores in California and found that it successfully improved their knowledge, skills, and confidence. More than 500 participants attended culturally relevant and multilingual online workshops, and feedback showed that the training was useful, practical, and well received. The findings … [Read more...] about Strengthening Community Health Worker and Promotora Workforce Capacity
A qualitative examination of interpersonal communication between Community Health Workers (CHW) and pregnant women in Kerala, India
This study explored how communication between community health workers (ASHAs) and pregnant women influences the use of maternal health services in rural India. Women reported that ASHAs regularly provided helpful information on pregnancy care, nutrition, mental health, government health programs, and possible pregnancy complications, which helped build trust and support. While … [Read more...] about A qualitative examination of interpersonal communication between Community Health Workers (CHW) and pregnant women in Kerala, India
Repositioning Community Health Workers as Boundary Spanners: A Realist-Informed Theory of Change for Integrated People-Centred Care in South Africa
This study found that community health workers in South Africa already help connect communities with health services, social support programs, and local leaders, even though this role is often not officially recognized. The researchers argue that community health workers should be better supported and included in health system planning because they can help coordinate services … [Read more...] about Repositioning Community Health Workers as Boundary Spanners: A Realist-Informed Theory of Change for Integrated People-Centred Care in South Africa
Tailoring climate–health competencies for diverse health cadres: Findings from a scoping review
This review looked at training frameworks that help health workers respond to the health impacts of climate change. It found that most existing frameworks were designed for high-income countries and do not fit well in low-resource settings. The study developed a simpler framework that outlines the knowledge and skills needed by different types of health workers, including … [Read more...] about Tailoring climate–health competencies for diverse health cadres: Findings from a scoping review
Capturing Family Planning Community Service Data into National Health Management Information Systems: A Five-Country Review of Tools for Community Health Workers and Pharmacies and Drug Shops
This study looked at how information from community health workers and pharmacies about family planning services is included in national health information systems in five countries (Burkina Faso, Mozambique, Nepal, Nigeria and Uganda). It found that data from community health workers is partly included in most countries, especially for contraceptive services and referrals, but … [Read more...] about Capturing Family Planning Community Service Data into National Health Management Information Systems: A Five-Country Review of Tools for Community Health Workers and Pharmacies and Drug Shops