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Coronavirus in Sub-Saharan Africa How Africans in 12 Nations are Responding to the COVID-19 Outbreak

GeoPoll conducted a remote study in 12 countries in sub-Saharan Africa on the effects coronavirus is already having on people throughout the region. The impact of the virus will have broad-reaching implications across all sectors, and while we could not cover every relevant topic in this study, we sought to use our experience conducting research for both international development groups and the consumer sector to include a wide range of topics.

Areas that are covered in this study include:

Biggest concerns and perceptions of risk surrounding coronavirus
Preventative measures such as social distancing and handwashing practices
Changes in food market operability and food security
Changes in consumer habits, including purchasing of food and nonessential items
Levels of trust in governments and the commercial sector
Information sources on COVID-19 and changes in media consumption

Source: Coronavirus in Sub-Saharan Africa How Africans in 12 Nations are Responding to the COVID-19 Outbreak

Global Rapid Gender Analysis for COVID-19

April 30, 2020/in Reports and Studies Care, International Rescue Committee Global English Gender Response Organizations, SBC Professionals/by Kathryn Sugg

This report is for humanitarians working in fragile contexts that are likely to be affected by the COVID-19 crisis. It is organised around broad themes and areas of focus of particular importance to those whose programming advances gender equality and reduces gender inequalities.

The report seeks to deepen the current gender analysis available by encompassing learning from global gender data available for the COVID-19 public health emergency.

Source: Global Rapid Gender Analysis for COVID-19

Systematic Literature Review on the Spread of Health-related Misinformation on Social Media

April 30, 2020/in Reports and Studies Elsevier, Social Science and Medicine Global English Rumors and Misinformation Response Organizations, SBC Professionals/by Cynthia Irakoze

In order to uncover the current evidence and better understand the mechanism of misinformation spread, the authors report a systematic review of the nature and potential drivers of health-related misinformation.

A total of 57 articles were included for full-text analysis. Overall, they observed an increasing trend in published articles on health-related misinformation and the role of social media in its propagation. The most extensively studied topics involving misinformation relate to vaccination,Ebola and Zika Virus, although others, such as nutrition, cancer, fluoridation of water and smoking also featured. Studies adopted theoretical frameworks from psychology and network science, while co-citation analysis revealed potential for greater collaboration across fields.

Source: Systematic Literature Review on the Spread of Health-related Misinformation on Social Media

Tips for Engaging Communities during COVID-19 in Low-Resource Settings, Remotely and In-Person

April 30, 2020/in Technical Briefs Global Outbreak Alert & Response Network, World Health Organization Global English Risk Communication and Messaging, Social/Physical Distancing Policy Makers, Response Organizations, SBC Professionals/by Cynthia Irakoze

This brief provides key considerations for engaging communities on COVID-19 and tips for how to engage where there are movement restrictions and physical distancing measures in place, particularly in low-resource settings.

It is designed for non-governmental organizations (NGOs), UN agencies, government agencies, and other humanitarian and implementing actors working on health promotion, risk communication, and community engagement for COVID-19.

Source: Tips for Engaging Communities during COVID-19 in Low-Resource Settings, Remotely and In-Person

Six Steps for Men to Prevent Domestic Violence

April 30, 2020/in SBC Materials Global English Gender, Gender-based Violence, Vulnerable Populations Response Organizations, SBC Professionals/by Kathryn Sugg

During this time of social distancing and isolation, there is an increased risk of domestic violence. Women and children are most vulnerable. To change, men have to want to stop being hurtful towards others.

This poster lists six steps that one may consider when feeling aggressive.

Source: Six Steps for Men To Prevent Domestic Violence

Safe Ramadan Practices in the Context of the COVID-19: Interim Guidance

April 30, 2020/in SBC Materials World Health Organization Global English Prevention Communities, SBC Professionals/by Kathryn Sugg

This document highlights public health advice for social and religious practices and gatherings during Ramadan that can be applied across different national contexts.

Source: Safe Ramadan Practices in the Context of the COVID-19: Interim Guidance

COVID-19 Pandemic Resources for Disability and Inclusion

April 30, 2020/in Web Resources Humanity and Inclusion, Source Global English Vulnerable Populations People Living with Disabilities, Response Organizations/by Kathryn Sugg

This is a database of resources from experts around the world on coronavirus (COVID-19) and how it intersects with disability.

You can search the resource database by using the categories or by typing a title, author or keywords in the search box. You can also browse the most recently added resources.

The website offers the following types of resources:

Websites
Blog/webinars
Reports
Newsletters and fact sheets
Guides and toolkits
Research
Technical guidance

Source: COVID-19 Pandemic Resources for Disability and Inclusion

Measures to Ensure the Continuity of the Response to Malaria in the Americas during the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 30, 2020/in Clinical/Technical Guidance Pan American Health Organization Americas English Other health in COVID-19 context Policy Makers, Response Organizations/by Kathryn Sugg

The PAHO Regional Malaria Program is aware of the imminent negative impact that the present COVID-19 pandemic is causing in the countries and their health systems, and consequently, in the fight against malaria in the countries of the Americas; considers that it is essential to guide national authorities; and draws attention to the main measures to be taken to maintain the continuity of actions against malaria, while protecting the health of healthcare workers and in line with national provisions for response to COVID-19. Malaria-specific guidance on the response to COVID-19 has been developed by WHO1 and is the main reference for this document.

This material is subject to updates by WHO and PAHO on malaria and on the COVID-19 response.

Source: Measures to Ensure the Continuity of the Response to Malaria in the Americas during the COVID-19 Pandemic

My Hero is You, How Kids can Fight COVID-19!

April 29, 2020/in Infographics, Pamphlet, Radio/Audio Spots, Web Resources Inter-Agency Standing Committee, World Health Organization Global Arabic, Bahasa Indonesia, Bahasa Melayu, Bulgarian (Български), Burmese (မြန်မာစာ), Čeština, Dansk, Deutsch, English, Español, Français, Greek (ελληνικά), Hrvatski, Íslenska, Italiano, Japanese (日本語), Korean (한국어), latviešu valoda, Mandarin Chinese (中文), Mongolian (монгол), Polski, Português, Pyccкий, Română, Shqip, Sinhala (සිංහල), Slovenčina, Tamil (தமிழ்), Tiếng Việt, Tigrinya (ትግርኛ), Türkçe, Ukrainian (українська мова) Entertainment Education, Handwashing, Masks, Prevention, Social/Physical Distancing Children (under 12)/by Kathryn Sugg

This is a new story book that aims to help children understand and come to terms with COVID-19 has been produced by a collaboration of more than 50 organizations working in the humanitarian sector, including the World Health Organization, the United Nations Children’s Fund, the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and Save the Children.

With the help of a fantasy creature, Ario, “My Hero is You, How kids can fight COVID-19!” explains how children can protect themselves, their families and friends from coronavirus and how to manage difficult emotions when confronted with a new and rapidly changing reality.

The book – aimed primarily at children aged 6-11 years old – is a project of the Inter-Agency Standing Committee Reference Group on Mental Health and Psychosocial Support in Emergency Settings, a unique collaboration of United Nations agencies, national and international nongovernmental organizations and international agencies providing mental health and psychosocial support in emergency settings.

During the early stages of the project, more than 1700 children, parents, caregivers and teachers from around the world shared how they were coping with the COVID-19 pandemic. The input was invaluable to script writer and illustrator Helen Patuck and the project team in making sure that the story and its messages resonated with children from different backgrounds and continents.

In order to reach as many children as possible, the book has been widely translated into more than 30 languages. It is being released as both an online product and audio book. All languages are available in PDF form at the link below.

Source: My Hero is You, How Kids can Fight COVID-19!

COVID-19 Risk Communication and Community Engagement Toolkit for Humanitarian Actors

April 29, 2020/in Tools READY Initiative, United States Agency for International Development English Risk Communication and Messaging Response Organizations, SBC Professionals/by Shane Harper

The purpose of this toolkit is to offer non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other humanitarian response actors a suite of guidance and tools they can use to rapidly plan and integrate Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) into their COVID-19 response. Given the rapidly changing nature of the pandemic, these tools and guidelines will be updated as needed. This toolkit was developed by the Johns Hopkins Center for Communication Programs and Save the Children through the READY initiative, which is funded by USAID’s Office of Foreign Disaster Assistance (OFDA).

Source: COVID-19 Risk Communication and Community Engagement Toolkit for Humanitarian Actors

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