Engagement of Peer Educators from India's National Adolescent Health Programme for the COVID-19 response activities: Qualitative findings from i-Saathiya study.
Shalini BassiDeepika BahlHeeya MaityStefanie DringusZoya Ali RizviDeepak KumarAgrima RainaMonika AroraPublished in: BMJ open (2024)
The findings underscore the potential of PEs in bolstering the health system. Despite their unpreparedness for the context (COVID-19), PEs demonstrated tenacity and adaptability, extending their roles beyond their predefined responsibilities. Recognising PEs through awards and incentives, skill courses and additional grades, can enhance their visibility, sustaining impactful work within RKSK and beyond.
Keyphrases
- coronavirus disease
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- young adults
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- respiratory syndrome coronavirus
- smoking cessation
- health information
- randomized controlled trial
- quality improvement
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- men who have sex with men
- human immunodeficiency virus