Social Accountability and Respectful Care in RMNCAH: Executive Summary

The report defines respectful care and social accountability, and examines the relationship between the two concepts. It also presents the methodology used to conduct the study, including a literature review and interviews with key stakeholders. The report's main findings highlight the potential of social accountability as a strategy to improve respectful care in RMNCAH, and identifies several factors that influence the effectiveness of social accountability interventions. The report concludes with recommendations for refining the conceptualization of social accountability and respectful care, improving implementation and evaluation methods, and developing a stronger evidence base for social accountability as a strategy to promote respectful care.