The purpose of this guidance is to put community engagementThe process by which community benefit organizations and individuals build a long term relationship with collective vision for the benefit of the at the centre of introduction strategies for COVID-19 vaccines. This document contains tips and discussion topics to be considered in vaccine delivery and demand creation, as well as guiding steps to ensure a safe and community-centred approach when conducting community engagement activities.
This document is developed as a guidance tool for health programme managers, health and community workers, community volunteers and social mobilizers, as well as civil society organizations and other stakeholders who are responsible for conducting community engagement activities related to
COVID-19 vaccines.
The coronavirus pandemic has affected millions of people across the world and has resulted in many lives being lost. To protect people from COVID-19, vaccines are being developed. Vaccination is a critical intervention to protect populations from COVID-19, especially in combination with key behavioural actions.
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