To advance health equity in urban India through the USAID Samagra project, PATH engaged ACCESS Health International (India) to conduct a training needs assessment, develop learning resource packages, and provide resource persons for in-person training of officials in targeted geographies.
Strengthening urban health governance through targeted capacity-building and tailored training modules.
Identify capacity-building requirements within Urban Local Bodies and Health Service Providers.
Develop two comprehensive modules tailored for Urban Local Bodies and Health Service Providers.
Deliver in-person training workshops to enhance urban health governance.
Training Needs Assessment and Capacity Building
The project involved a comprehensive assessment of training needs, followed by the development and delivery of resource packages and workshops.
Urban Health and Wellness Centers (UHWCs) are hindered by ambiguous roles and fragmented services, affecting their effectiveness.
The less structured nature of urban health systems compared to rural ones leads to significant service delivery gaps.
There are substantial challenges in raising awareness and ensuring access to urban healthcare services.
Persistent concerns regarding healthcare quality and inadequate resources, including land and infrastructure, are prevalent.
Integrating AYUSH practitioners and other doctors, along with improving interdepartmental coordination, presents significant challenges.
A deficit in trust underscores the need for enhanced community engagement.
There is a necessity to boost private sector involvement and improve data sharing and reporting mechanisms.
Effective strategies have included converting closed schools into UHWCs and repurposing complexes into hospital zones during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Addressing the health impacts of climate change and incorporating climate resilience into health planning are crucial.
Ongoing training and capacity building, particularly in human resources, are essential to improving urban health governance and resilience.
