Publications by authors named "Hlengiwe Gwebu"
Article Synopsis
- This text talks about how important it is to support good parenting to help keep kids safe and healthy, especially in countries with less money.
- The study looks at how parenting programs work in Botswana by interviewing people involved in these programs.
- The results show that working together and having good policies, training, and resources are key to making these parenting programs successful.
Background: Violence against children (VAC) is a serious public health concern with long-lasting adverse effects. Evidence-based parenting programs are one effective means to prevent VAC; however, these interventions are not scalable in their typical in-person group format, especially in low- and middle-income countries where the need is greatest. While digital delivery, including via chatbots, offers a scalable and cost-effective means to scale up parenting programs within these settings, it is crucial to understand the key pillars of user engagement to ensure their effective implementation.
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