Epidemics
Before, during and after an epidemic, it is essential to provide people with trusted, clear and effective information. Engaging with communities can help to prevent fear, panic and rumours from undermining response efforts.
24 March 2025
Cross-border dynamics between Burundi and Tanzania in the context of viral haemorrhagic fever outbreaks, 2025
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SSHAPThis brief summarises key considerations regarding cross-border dynamics between the Republic of Burundi and the United Republic of Tanzania in the context of viral haemorrhagic fever (VHF) outbreaks in Tanzania…
24 March 2025
Using social and behavioural science to inform the use of vaccines during health emergencies
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SSHAPThis brief synthesises social and behavioural science (SBS) research on the use of vaccines during health emergencies in sub-Saharan Africa, including vaccines undergoing clinical trials (‘experimental vaccines’).
24 March 2025
Engaged, Informed and Empowered: The Impact of Community Engagement on Public Health Outcomes
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IFRC, Plan EvalThis report presents findings from research on how community engagement and accountability (CEA) strategies enhance health and humanitarian programmes. Conducted by Plan Eval and commissioned by IFRC, the study took…
12 February 2025
Enhancing Emergency Response Effectiveness through CEA: The Building Trust Project in Iraq
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IFRC, Iraqi Red Crescent SocietyThis case study documents the ‘Building Trust Project’ in Iraq which aimed to address the threat of haemorrhagic fever through a multifaceted strategy that emphasised awareness, protection, and community collaboration.…
28 January 2025
Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers Question Bank
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Collective Service RCCEThis Question Bank, based on over a decade of research on viral haemorrhagic fevers (VHFs) like Ebola and Marburg, offers adaptable questions to support community-centred responses during outbreaks.
28 January 2025
RCCE Thematic Kit on Marburg
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RCCE Collective ServiceA Collective Service thematic kit containing key documentation and products developed by partners for supporting Community Engagement for Marburg Response.
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