Civil Society Dialogue Series
Asia The Successes, Barriers and Scope for reaching zero dose children in Asia
Date: 19th Spetember
Time:11:30 AM to 1:15PM EAT
Venue: virtual convening of CSOs across Asia
Background
Asia is home to 627 million children and a highly diverse population. A study by Atteraya et al. highlights significant disparities in childhood immunization across South Asia due to uneven socioeconomic development, leading to health challenges and the persistence of vaccine-preventable diseases. UNICEF warns that without proper immunization, the region may face new health threats, as sporadic outbreaks of diseases like measles and diphtheria are still reported. Immunization is crucial in resource-limited countries, and Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) play a vital role in promoting and delivering vaccines. The Gavi CSO Secretariat plans to organize a regional meeting of CSOs to share best practices, foster collaboration, and ensure all children in Asia receive vaccinations.
You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
Goal
The dialogue series aims to showcase innovative strategies and best practices implemented by civil society actors to reach zero-dose children, while also identifying solutions to close the gaps in vaccination efforts across the region.
Objectives
I) Expand the Gavi CSO Constituency to Asia region
II) To establish an in-country network of CSOs for immunisation in Asia
III) To establish a regional level network of CSOs for immunisation in Asia
Expected Outcomes
A) Increased collaboration between CSOs in Asia through the regional and country level networks.
B) Deeper engagement with CSOs within the network
C) Documented best practices and innovation for global advocacy for vaccination
Participation
Representatives from local and regional CSOs would participate in the regional convening and talk about their efforts and experience in immunization efforts through advocacy, demand generation, community engagement, and service delivery. There is no limit on the number of participants who can attend.
AGENDA
Agenda – CSO Dialogue Series: Asia (September 2024)
| Topic | Start Time (EAT) | End Time (EAT) | Total Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welcome and sharing of Gavi CSO Constituency’s plan and vision | 11:30 | 11:40 | 10 minutes |
| The Immunisation Landscape in Asia – Priorities and Actions for the future | 11:40 | 12:00 | 20 minutes |
| Open Floor – Q& A session | 12:00 | 12:10 | 10 minutes |
| Listening to the Country Voices through a Panel Discussion on “Immunisation: Achievements Barriers and Opportunities” | 12:10 | 12:40 | 30 minutes |
| An Overview of Partnerships at the country and regional level | 12:40 | 13:00 | 20 minutes |
| Understanding Upcoming Engagements in Asia: Poll | 13:00 | 13:05 | 5 minutes |
| Closing Remarks | 13:05 | 13:10 | 5 minutes |