Course

Gender Issues in the Community Health Workforce

Self-paced
1 credit

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Description

This training highlights the unique challenges and critical roles of female community health workers (CHWs), particularly in conflict-affected and rural areas. It explores the impact of gender roles, household responsibilities, and cultural dynamics on their effectiveness. The session emphasizes the importance of supportive relationships and CHWs' dual roles as service extenders and community change agents.

Target Audience

This training is designed for public health officials, policymakers, healthcare workers, and organizations aiming to support and optimize the role of community health workers in diverse settings.

Learning Outcomes

After completing this training, you will be able to:

  1. Identify gender-specific challenges faced by CHWs in conflict-affected and rural regions.
  2. Recognize the importance of supportive relationships for CHW effectiveness.
  3. Understand the dual roles of CHWs as service extenders and change agents.
  4. Evaluate how cultural and gender dynamics influence CHW program designs.

 

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