Thanks for the comment and for reading! I agree with your interpretation of neglectedness: even when we account for both government and philanthropic aid, neonatal health is underfunded. My main point there is that philanthropic interventions will need to complement national priorities given the huge role that governments play in this space.
You’re also correct that delivering trainings is complex, but I think it’s surmountable. As far as I know, many of the cost-effectiveness studies cited were done in government-supported health facilities, so there’s some existing proof of concept. As mentioned in the next steps, NGOs need to align carefully with governments to ensure that trainings reach HWs. One step in the right direction would be to get courses accredited for continuing professional development, which provides an important incentive.
Thanks for the comment and for reading! I agree with your interpretation of neglectedness: even when we account for both government and philanthropic aid, neonatal health is underfunded. My main point there is that philanthropic interventions will need to complement national priorities given the huge role that governments play in this space.
You’re also correct that delivering trainings is complex, but I think it’s surmountable. As far as I know, many of the cost-effectiveness studies cited were done in government-supported health facilities, so there’s some existing proof of concept. As mentioned in the next steps, NGOs need to align carefully with governments to ensure that trainings reach HWs. One step in the right direction would be to get courses accredited for continuing professional development, which provides an important incentive.