Role of health facility governing committees in strengthening social accountability to improve the health system in Tanzania: protocol for a participatory action research study.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Social accountability is important for improving the delivery of health services and empowering citizens. The government of Tanzania has transferred authority to plan, budget and manage financial resources to the lower health facilities since 2017. Health facility governing committees (HFGCs) therefore play a pivotal role in ensuring social accountability. While HFGCs serve as bridges between health facilities and their communities, efforts need to be made to reinforce their capacity. This project therefore aims to understand whether, how and under what conditions informed and competent HFGCs improve social accountability.

Methods and analysis

This study adopts a participatory approach to realist evaluation, engaging members of the HFGCs, health managers and pro

SUBMITTER: San Sebastian M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10254873 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature