Publications by authors named "Paloma Mitra"
Introduction: Uganda's community health worker (CHW), or village health team (VHT), program faces significant challenges with poor retention and insufficient financial and program investment. Adequate compensation comprising financial and non-financial components is critical to retaining any workforce, including CHWs. This study evaluates the impact of a recognition-based non-financial incentives package on the motivation, performance, and retention of VHTs, as well as on the utilization of health services by the community.
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- Bangladesh has a long-established system for community health workers (CHWs) in primary health care, but their performance varies and retention is problematic due to various challenges.
- The study, conducted across four districts, used focus groups and interviews to explore factors impacting CHW motivation and job satisfaction, emphasizing both monetary and nonmonetary incentives.
- Key findings suggest that improving CHW support through recognition, training, reduced workloads, and better salaries and allowances is essential for enhancing their effectiveness and overall healthcare delivery.