Developing a Volunteer Leadership Development Model for Village Health Volunteers: A Case Study of Community-Based Empowerment through Adult Learning
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This study proposes a volunteer leadership development model based on ethical leadership, adult learning, and community empowerment theories. Employing a mixed-methods case study in rural Thailand, quantitative surveys (n=218) (assessed current leadership competencies, while qualitative interviews (n=10) provided deeper insights into development needs. Findings revealed strong ethical and empathetic leadership among VHVs, yet highlighted gaps in transformational leadership, and motivation and empowerment of others. Consequently, a volunteer leadership development model was proposed, comprising Inputs (community context, existing competence of VHVs, supportive networks), Processes (training activities, leadership development, competency-based learning), Support Mechanisms (community acceptance, incentives, emotional support, leadership opportunities), Outputs (enhanced confidence, communication, role modeling), and Outcomes (community-level leadership, community engagement, community self-management). The model offers practical guidance for fostering VHV capacities, promoting community empowerment, and strengthening grassroots primary healthcare.
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