The National Immunization Technical Advisory Group Support Hub (NISH), in collaboration with representatives from the World Health Organization (WHO), the Task Force for Global Health (TFGH), Wellcome Trust, NITAGs in Africa, and UNICEF, engaged in a co-creation process to develop a Theory of Change (ToC) for supporting NITAGs in Africa. This abridged version presents the key pillars and envisioned learning outcomes that guide our efforts to enhance the effectiveness, agility, relevance, and impact of NITAGs.
The overarching goal is for all countries in Africa to have strong, sustained National Immunization Programmes (NIPs) supported by technical input from NITAGs, ensuring optimal, effective use of vaccines and universal coverage through a life-course approach.
This document summarizes the four key pillars of the ToC that contribute to achieving this goal:
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Capacity Development – Expanding the expertise of NITAGs for evidence-based decision-making.
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Access to Evidence and Products – Ensuring NITAGs have the necessary global and local evidence for informed recommendations.
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Coordination and Support – Strengthening NITAG operations and fostering collaboration among key stakeholders.
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Emerging Lessons and Good Practices – Facilitating knowledge sharing and best practices among NITAGs.