Last edited: May 07, 2019
Health
The health sector is a key entry point for survivorsThe health sector has a responsibility to quality of careThe health sector has a critical role in preventing violenceHealth sector programming can reduce the economic and development costs to societiesHealth services for survivors are a basic human right
An evidence-base of good practices in health sector approaches Key theoretical models for building a comprehensive approachThe “systems” approach to health service deliveryThe “integrated” approach to health service deliveryAdapting health sector approaches to different contexts and resource levels: from core services to comprehensive care
Conduct a situational analysis of the health sectorCreate a multisectoral committee of stakeholders for coordinated action at the national and local levelsEnsure relevant laws are in placeDevelop national and sub-national policies or action plans on a comprehensive health sector approachEnsure protocols/guidelines are in place to support standardized implementation of national and sub-national policiesCreate a national public health surveillance system Ensure adequate funding for the health sector
Overview
Integrate survivor support and assistance into reproductive health programmes
Identify the needs of the facility through an assessmentDevelop policies, written protocols and strategies to support integration of services throughout facilityConduct staff and sensitization trainingBuild facility infrastructureConduct screening
Ensure medical records and an information system to document casesEstablish a monitoring and evaluation framework for levels of service activity and quality of careEnsure coordination and referrals Develop educational and informational materials and conduct community outreach about availability of support servicesDevelop community-based prevention programmingEnsure funding