UNICEF ECARO Communication for Immunization Resource Pack

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Mapping out the diverse set of resources available to support and improve national immunization programs. 

HOW YOU CAN USE THIS MATERIAL:

Use the guidance, best practices, and recommendations contained in this resource pack to strengthen different aspects of your country’s national immunization program.  

OVERVIEW:

This resource pack was compiled by UNICEF ECARO to support immunization program specialists, EPI managers, communication experts to design, implement, monitor and evaluate programs and activities to improve immunization coverage, reach un- and under-immunized groups, strengthen preparedness for and response to immunization-related outbreak and crises, build and strengthen partnerships through comprehensive and evidence-based advocacy, communication for behavior and social change, social and community mobilization programs. The pack is designed to provide quick and easy access to various types of materials: guidelines, toolkits, journal articles etc., helping immunization program specialists identify the right set of resources to support their immunization effortsThe resource pack covers five main chapters: 

  • Strengthening demand promotion for routine immunization 
  • New vaccines introduction 
  • Crisis, emergency, and risk communication 
  • Addressing vaccine hesitancy 
  • Front line workers’ capacity building 

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