Immunisation and Health Systems Strengthening

We aim to improve immunisation coverage and related health systems through evidence-based research and initiatives.

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About

Our work is dedicated to improving the health of un-immunised and under-immunised children and communities in the Indo-Pacific region. We work in close partnership with community members and provincial and national government staff to address supply- and demand-side barriers to routine immunisation services.

Vaccination is widely acknowledged as an essential and cost-effective public health intervention. Routine immunisation against infectious diseases is a core health service that is critical in preventing child morbidity and mortality. Resource-limited regions, including many in the Indo-Pacific, face persistent challenges in maintaining adequate vaccine coverage.

Burnet works in partnership with national and provincial governments, local communities and local organisations to improve immunisation coverage and strengthen related health system components through evidence-based research and initiatives.

We're committed to:

supporting national and provincial governments to conduct evidence-based research, specifically targeted towards un- and under-immunised communities in the Indo-Pacific region.

ensuring that our research is community-led and driven by engaging with local communities, partners, and stakeholders, to address their most pressing concerns.

undertaking regular monitoring, learning, and evaluation activities to improve the quality and impact of our projects.

Our approach involves close partnership with national and provincial governments, local communities, NGOs to reach un- and under-immunised children and communities. We provide technical support and expertise to strengthen health systems and prevent vaccine-preventable diseases outbreaks. Our approach is evidence-based, community-led, and sustainable. We welcome new opportunities to collaborate with partners who share our values.

Our current work focuses on:

conducting scoping activities and consultations to identify key needs and gaps in immunisation and health system strengthening.

developing evidence-based recommendations for practice and policy to improve immunisation and health system strengthening.

disseminating findings and recommendations to professionals in healthcare and research settings and governmental and non-governmental organisations in relevant countries.

fostering partnerships with regional partners based on transparent communication and data sharing, while respecting the individual wants and needs of partners.