This document provides resources on Ethiopia’s experiences with community health worker programs, specifically USAID-supported projects. The first section provides a policy framework for community health workers and community-based programs in Ethiopia.  In the next section, USAID-supported community health worker programs in Ethiopia are highlighted.  The third section contains current research studies on community health workers globally and specifically in Ethiopia.  These resources include literature reviews on feasibility and effectiveness of community health worker programs.  In the final section are additional useful resources on community health workers. 

Sandra Kong, MPH and Marcia Brown, MA  KSC Research Series/ 2008