This study examines deprivation and wellbeing among community health workers in Ethiopia's Women's Development Army. … [Read more...] about Volunteers in Ethiopia’s women’s development army are more deprived and distressed than their neighbors: crosssectional survey data from rural Ethiopia
“Self-development matters” – Perception of Sakhis (CHWs) assessing self-development outcomes of their participation in the HBNC Program
This qualitative study looks at the perceptions of community health workers on the outcomes of the Home-Based Neonatal Care Program in India. The authors found that having local women participate in development programs results in both the potential for self-development and the program objective. … [Read more...] about “Self-development matters” – Perception of Sakhis (CHWs) assessing self-development outcomes of their participation in the HBNC Program
Malaria training for community health workers in the setting of elimination: a qualitative study from China
This qualitative study uses interviews to examine the perceptions and expectations of community health workers on malaria training programs in China. … [Read more...] about Malaria training for community health workers in the setting of elimination: a qualitative study from China
Abortion Care in Nepal, 15 Years After Legalization: Gaps in Access, Equity, and Quality
This paper discusses the role of community health workers in facilitating safe, legal abortions and addressing the stigma surrounding abortions. … [Read more...] about Abortion Care in Nepal, 15 Years After Legalization: Gaps in Access, Equity, and Quality
A rights-based approach to indoor air pollution
This paper discusses the role of community health workers in realizing the right to clean air. Nepal is used as an example of a human rights-based approach to address the issue of indoor air pollution. … [Read more...] about A rights-based approach to indoor air pollution