Community Stakeholders’ Engagement as a Tool for Improved Utilization of Health Services in Selected Communities in Ondo State Nigeria

Author: Adebimpe Wasiu Olalekan ; Ibirongbe Demilade Olusola ; Osunmakinwa Olugbenga ; Oladoyin Victoria ; Ogundele Olorunfemi Akinbode ; Asuzu Michael Chiemelie
Publication Type:Journal Article
Keywords: community engagement; Primary health care; maternal and child health; Health service utilization; UNIMED care models
From: Pacific Journal of Medical Sciences 2025;26(2):3-11
CountryPapua New Guinea
Language:English
Abstract: he Alma Ata declaration puts responsibilities on the community as an important stakeholder, including making decisions on planning, organizing, and implementation of health services at primary level. The University of Medical Sciences Ondo (UNIMED) operates a unique and innovative model of Primary Health Care to deliver “Health For All”. The objective of this research was to assess the relationship between stakeholders’ engagement and community involvement and utilization of maternal and child health services in selected communities of Ondo State in Southwestern Nigeria. The UNIMED model involved a top-bottom approach to community participation and engagement that dovetailed to the selection of 3 local governments, communities and comprehensive health centers.