PAHO: Tackling Vaccine Hesitancy with Art and Dialogue in Bolivia
Published on May 30, 2024
In Bolivia, the Pan American Health Organization (PAHO), in partnership with local authorities and funded by Canada, launched the "Vaccine Action" campaign to combat vaccine hesitancy in Indigenous communities. Using art, music, and community dialogue, they addressed fears and misinformation about COVID-19 vaccines. The campaign, which included workshops, radio programs, and street theater, significantly increased vaccine acceptance rates in Achacachi and Caranavi. It also strengthened ties between health workers and local communities, fostering trust and improving public health efforts. To read more about using art, music, and community dialoge to address vaccine hesitancy and misinformation, click the link below!