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Child-to-Child programme in Malaysia

M S Kasim, S Abraham

    The Southeast Asian Journal of Tropical Medicine and Public Health
    |September 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    The Child-to-Child program effectively addresses Malaysia's challenges like poverty and ignorance by engaging children in community health initiatives. This approach improves slum children's health outcomes through peer education and community involvement.

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    Area of Science:

    • Community Health
    • Public Health Interventions
    • Child Development

    Background:

    • Malaysia faces challenges including rapid population growth, uneven wealth distribution, and pockets of poverty in urban slums and rural areas.
    • Ignorance and superstition, particularly among the adult population, exacerbate these socio-economic issues.
    • These complex problems necessitate innovative approaches to improve public health and child welfare.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the application and effectiveness of the Child-to-Child program in Malaysia.
    • To assess how this program addresses the specific needs of children in disadvantaged communities.
    • To evaluate the role of government and voluntary organizations in implementing the Child-to-Child initiative.

    Main Methods:

    • Implementation of the Child-to-Child program through government agencies (Ministry of Education, Ministry of Information and Broadcasting) and voluntary organizations.

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  • Integration of the program's concepts into school curricula and media outreach.
  • Utilization of older children as facilitators in health and nutrition education projects, such as the Health and Nutrition Education House.

    • Main Results:

    • The Child-to-Child program has been successfully introduced across various sectors in Malaysia.
    • Government bodies and NGOs have actively incorporated the program into their existing structures and projects.
    • The Health and Nutrition Education House reported easier achievement of health improvement objectives for slum children by employing the Child-to-Child methodology.

    Conclusions:

    • The Child-to-Child program is a viable and effective strategy for improving child health in Malaysia, particularly in impoverished areas.
    • The program's success is facilitated by its integration through diverse channels, including education, media, and community-based organizations.
    • Empowering older children within the Child-to-Child framework enhances the reach and impact of health education initiatives.