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A Multidimensional model for child maltreatment prevention readiness in low‐ and middle‐income countries
Author(s) -
Mikton Christopher,
Mehra Radhika,
Butchart Alexander,
Addiss David,
Almuneef Maha,
Cardia Nancy,
Cheah Irene,
Chen JingQi,
Makoae Mokhantso,
Raleva Marija
Publication year - 2011
Publication title -
journal of community psychology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.585
H-Index - 86
eISSN - 1520-6629
pISSN - 0090-4392
DOI - 10.1002/jcop.20474
Subject(s) - legislation , low and middle income countries , conceptual model , business , psychology , public relations , developing country , political science , economic growth , computer science , economics , law , database
The study's aim was to develop a multidimensional model for the assessment of child maltreatment prevention readiness in low‐ and middle‐income countries. The model was developed based on a conceptual review of relevant existing models and approaches, an international expert consultation, and focus groups in six countries. The final model comprises 10 dimensions: key country conditions; problem assessment; legislation, mandates, policies, and plans; will to address the problem; institutional links and intersectoral collaboration; institutional resources and efficiency; material resources; human and technical resources; informal social resources; and program implementation and evaluation. This model and the instrument being developed on the basis of it address an unmet need in the field of child maltreatment prevention and will help identify those dimensions of readiness that need to be increased to ensure the successful implementation of child maltreatment prevention programs. © 2011 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.