Building a theory of change for community development and HIV programming: The impact of social capital, stigma reduction and community-level changes on HIV-related health outcomes for orphans and vulnerable households in Mozambique

Thompson, Gretchen; Moret, Whitney

doi:10.1080/15575330.2019.1606839

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“…Thus, the study has provided evidence that psychosocial and livelihood interventions have positive effects on HIV/AIDS-related stigma. In research conducted by Thompson and Moret (2019), children who had psychosocial and livelihood interventions experienced reduced stigma and improved self-confidence. Additionally, the children were seen as economic agents who contributed to their households and community.…”

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Psychosocial Support for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children with HIV/AIDS in Eastern Cape, South Africa

Mufalali

Makua

Matlhaba

2022

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South Africa has an estimated 2.5 million children aged from birth to 14 years who have lost one or both of their parents due to the Human Immunodeficiency Virus/Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome (HIV/AIDS). There is a scarcity in the psychosocial support aspect of improving orphaned and vulnerable children’s (OVC) adherence and retention of HIV/AIDS treatment. This study explores and describes the achievements of the SARCS community intervention that the South Africa Red Cross Society (SARCS) undertook in providing psychosocial support to OVC infected with HIV/AIDS in Maluti sub-village in the Matatiele Local Municipality, in Alfred Nzo District, Eastern Cape, South Africa. A descriptive qualitative design of appreciative inquiry was conducted to assess OVC’s perceptions regarding the effectiveness of the SARCS community intervention. Data collection was done using the World Café method, which makes use of an informal café setting where participants can explore an issue by discussing it while seated in small groups around tables. Thirty OVC between the ages of 13 and 17 years were purposively sampled and moved between tables at fixed time intervals, and in small groups discussed the questions that were channelled through an interview guide. The study established that OVC can thrive when their psychosocial basic needs are met. The SARCS Maluti project was instrumental in forming synergies in the cultivation of support systems between the OVC and the communities in which they reside when addressing psychological and socio-economic issues and HIV/AIDS. The study made recommendations that emphasised the importance of applying a holistic approach and the positive aspects of the inclusion of activities in addressing the OVC’s needs and their psychological adaptation.

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Section: Most Desirable Aspects Of the Sarcs Maluti Project And How T...mentioning

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Psychosocial Support for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children with HIV/AIDS in Eastern Cape, South Africa

Mufalali

Makua

Matlhaba

2022

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“…For instance, it is not uncommon for ToCs to miss key steps such as outlining the assumptions, considering the context, or describing the nature of causal connections (Davies, 2018). And in some recently published cases, assumptions appeared to be left out entirely (Makowiecka et al, 2019;Sarma et al, 2019;Thompson & Moret, 2019).…”

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Toward Learning from Change Pathways: Reviewing Theory of Change and Its Discontents

Lam

2020

Canadian Journal of Program Evaluation

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The concept of Theory of Change (ToC) is well established in the evaluation literature, underpinning substantial research and practice efforts. However, its ability to facilitate learning has been increasingly critiqued. The objective of this paper is to identify, characterize, and evaluate concerns over the use of ToCs based on a review of relevant studies. Seven concerns are found: distinguishing ToCs from other evaluation approaches, conceptual vagueness, under-developed ToCs, contributing theoretical knowledge, stakeholder engagement, considering context, and capturing complexity. Priority areas for improvement include integrating context and complexity throughout the ToC process, contributing theoretical knowledge, and engaging stakeholders as appropriate.

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NGOs’ strategies towards asset accumulation and poverty reduction in Zimbabwe

Kabonga¹

2023

Community Development

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Building a theory of change for community development and HIV programming: The impact of social capital, stigma reduction and community-level changes on HIV-related health outcomes for orphans and vulnerable households in Mozambique

Cited by 3 publications

References 28 publications

Psychosocial Support for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children with HIV/AIDS in Eastern Cape, South Africa

Psychosocial Support for Orphaned and Vulnerable Children with HIV/AIDS in Eastern Cape, South Africa

Toward Learning from Change Pathways: Reviewing Theory of Change and Its Discontents

NGOs’ strategies towards asset accumulation and poverty reduction in Zimbabwe

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