Project Overview

Sakhi 2.0 is a transformative project aimed at enhancing healthcare delivery in rural India by empowering Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) through innovative digital solutions. ASHAs play a pivotal role in bridging the gap between the health system and rural communities, particularly in maternal and child healthcare.

Objective:

The primary objective of Sakhi 2.0 is to streamline ASHAs' daily field activities, increase efficiency, and improve capacity building to deliver quality healthcare services to beneficiaries. By leveraging technology, the project seeks to address the challenges faced by ASHAs and enhance their ability to promote health awareness, mobilize communities, and facilitate access to healthcare services.

Key Components:

Digital Tool Development: Sakhi 2.0 involves the development of a comprehensive digital tool tailored to the needs of ASHAs. This tool, built on the Avni Open Source Platform, will feature functionalities such as daily activity recording, planning and scheduling, notifications, auto-population of essential forms, and integration with existing healthcare systems.
Capacity Building: The project includes a capacity-building component aimed at providing ASHAs with the necessary training and support to effectively utilize the digital tool. This includes training sessions on tool usage, health education, and professional development opportunities through a Learning Management System (LMS).
Community Engagement: Sakhi 2.0 emphasizes community engagement to ensure the successful implementation and sustainability of the project. Community stakeholders, including ASHAs, beneficiaries, local health authorities, and community leaders, will be involved in the project planning, implementation, and monitoring processes.
Monitoring and Evaluation: Continuous monitoring and evaluation mechanisms will be put in place to assess the impact of Sakhi 2.0 on healthcare delivery outcomes. This includes tracking key performance indicators, collecting feedback from ASHAs and beneficiaries, and making necessary adjustments to improve project effectiveness.

Expected Outcomes:

Improved efficiency in ASHAs' daily field activities, leading to better utilization of resources and enhanced service delivery.
Enhanced capacity of ASHAs to promote health awareness, mobilize communities, and facilitate access to healthcare services.
Strengthened collaboration and coordination among stakeholders involved in rural healthcare delivery.
Improved healthcare outcomes for beneficiaries, particularly in maternal and child healthcare indicators.
Sustainable adoption and scaling of digital solutions for ASHAs, contributing to long-term improvements in rural healthcare systems.

Conclusion:

Sakhi 2.0 represents a significant step towards empowering ASHAs and improving healthcare delivery in rural India. By harnessing the power of technology and community engagement, the project aims to address the challenges faced by ASHAs and create lasting positive impacts on the health and well-being of rural communities.