Early intervention programs using volunteers for child development and nutrition: a mixed methods systematic review protocol

JBI Database System Rev Implement Rep. 2016 May;14(5):44-56. doi: 10.11124/JBISRIR-2016-002665.

Abstract

The overall aim of this mixed methods systematic review is to explore the effectiveness and experience of early intervention programs using volunteers, peer supporters and community champions with the aim of improving one or more of the following outcomes of children from conception to two years:Specifically the review questions are.

MeSH terms

  • Child
  • Child Development*
  • Child Nutrition Disorders / prevention & control*
  • Cost-Benefit Analysis
  • Humans
  • Systematic Reviews as Topic
  • Volunteers*