Implementation

implementation

Definition

Implementation

The implementation of a parenting programme is informed by key pre-implementation considerations covered in the planning and design phases of the programme cycle.  It involves several key steps, including identifying and training the “parenting workforce”, enhancing demand generation among parents and community members, and piloting and adapting the programme based on contextual factors and findings. Importantly, the implementation phase should include monitoring and evaluation and the establishment of feedback loops to ensure ongoing programme improvements. Finally, implementation should inform the development of detailed plans for scaling-up the programme and ensuring sustainability. 

Guiding questions and considerations

1.

Has the workforce who will deliver the parenting programme been identified and are they sufficiently trained (e.g., through pre-service training, in-service training, ongoing professional development opportunities), including on gender-responsive parenting and disability-inclusive parenting support?

2.

Are ongoing supportive supervision mechanisms in place to maintain programme fidelity, support implementation, and engage in mutual problem solving in a collaborative environment?

3.

Are key stakeholders – including parents, community leaders, government stakeholders actively involved in the implementation process?

4.

How will demand for parenting support among parents and community members be enhanced?

5.

Has the programme been piloted, adapted, and implemented accordingly? Have learnings from the pilot phase been incorporated into implementation?

6.

Is programme implementation being monitored routinely to track progress? Are feedback loops in place to identify and address challenges as they arise to help overcome barriers as the programme is eventually scaled-up and sustained?

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