COVID-19
COVID-19 has been declared a global health emergency. Trusted, clear and effective communication and engagement approaches are critical to ensure that fear, panic and rumours do not undermine response efforts and lead to COVID-19 to spread even more quickly.
You can use the tools and resources in this section to incorporate community engagement and accountability into your COVID-19 operations.
All resources can be viewed in list format, here
Additional resources can be found in the following resource libraries:
- Global Repository of COVID-19 IEC Materials A global library of COVID-19 IEC materials including infographics, posters, videos and other key IEC materials in different languages.
- Risk Communication and Community Engagement Training Packages & Webinars Find a range of global and regional training packages as well as the latest thematic webinars held by IFRC and partners.

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2 April 2020
A guide to preventing and addressing social stigma associated with COVID-19
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IFRCA guide on how to prevent and address social stigma surrounding coronavirus disease (COVID-19) for Government, media and local organisations working on the disease. Available in multiple languages.
2 April 2020
COVID-19: Risk register
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IFRCA register for documenting risks associated with COVID-19, and actions to manage each risk.
2 April 2020
COVID-19: Advice for the public
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WHOA series of graphics and videos produced by World Health Organization (WHO) on providing advice for the public on COVID-19, including advice on food safety and staying healthy while travelling.
2 April 2020
COVID-19: Myth busters
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WHOA series of myth busting graphics produced by the World Health Organization (WHO) on the Novel Coronavirus. Graphics include myths surrounding the use of hand dryers, ultraviolet disinfection lamps, and more.
2 April 2020
COVID-19: Guidance note for IFRC and National Societies
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IFRCAn updated guidance note for IFRC and National Societies on the COVID-19 outbreak. This guidance note provides information on the causes and symptoms of the virus, as well as what National Societies can do to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
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