Updated Toolkit: Children and COVID-19 Vaccination

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On November 2, the CDC recommended that children age 5-11 get a COVID-19 vaccine, expanding pediatric vaccine eligibility to all children and adolescents age 5 and older. Use these topline messages, sample posts, and shareable graphics to promote vaccination in your community, and visit our Answers to Tough Questions for additional messaging guidance.

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    Vira, the vaccine chatbot

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    Vira, the vaccine chatbot was created by the Johns Hopkins International Vaccine Access Center and artificial intelligence (AI) researchers at IBM Research to reach people with simple answers to their common COVID-19 vaccine questions. Vira is adaptive, learning by listening to users’ questions and feedback to help scientists respond to emerging questions.

    Vira was inspired by previous research that showed automated chatbots using AI can effectively communicate credible information and support health behavior changes. 

    Vira can help health workers or anyone who seeks help fielding questions from family and friends about the COVID-19 vaccines. Check out Vira, a vax chatbot that’s here to help you and your loved ones make an informed decision.

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      UNICEF COVID-19 SMS Messages for Community Health Workers

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      This resource is designed to help COVID-19 community health workers build skills and strengthen their training by receiving tailored SMS messages, including notes and references from existing global COVID-19 specific resources and tools. Resources include those developed by UNICEF and other partners in communication networks dedicated to curating essential, evidence-based messages on the current pandemic for social and behavior change communication practitioners.

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        The pandemic fatigue first aid kit

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        Pandemic fatigue is real and spreading. Many people are losing the motivation to follow the recommended behaviours to protect themselves and others from COVID-19. This Community Engagement First Aid Kit will provide National Societies and volunteers with tips on how to revitalize their community engagement approaches to overcome pandemic fatigue.

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          Managing Misinformation in a Humanitarian Context

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          Internews first developed rumor tracking methodology in 2014 in Liberia, in order to address the deadly Ebola outbreak. Since then, they have implemented rumor tracking as a way to address misinformation during humanitarian crises in numerous countries and contexts, reaching hundreds of thousands of beneficiaries.

          The rumor tracking methodology includes three parts: Context, Case Studies, and a How To Guide.

          Source: Managing Misinformation in a Humanitarian Context

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            COVID-19 Vaccine Introduction Toolkit

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            The COVID-19 vaccine introduction toolbox equips all countries to prepare for and implement COVID-19 vaccination by providing guidance, tools, and training. This toolbox is intended to support Ministries of Health, health workers, partner organizations, and other stakeholders.

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              Checklist: How to Create Content About the COVID-19 Vaccine

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              Creating content about the COVID-19 vaccines requires a deliberate, well-executed plan. As you begin developing vaccine content at your institution, use our step-by-step checklist to ensure a smooth rollout.

              Anyone can download this free checklist to learn the following:

              • How your content can lower readers’ anxiety and reassure them as they search for vaccine information
              • The most effective ways to reach your unique audience and how to address their concerns
              • Specific questions you’ll need to answer about getting the vaccine at your health system
              • Methods for handling false information on your social channels

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                Long-Term Care Facility Toolkit: Preparing for COVID-19 Vaccination at Your Facility

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                This toolkit provides long-term care facility (LTCF) administrators and clinical leadership with information and resources to help build vaccine confidence among healthcare personnel (HCP) and residents.

                The toolkit emphasizes the critical role played by health professionals in providing trusted information and ensuring high COVID-19 vaccination coverage in their facility.

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