Reaching Zero-Dose Children Conducts Malaria Vaccine Communication Workshop for Approximately 50 Local Healthcare Workers in Ghana
On April 9, 2026, Reaching Zero-Dose Children conducted a malaria vaccine communication workshop for about 50 healthcare workers in the Eastern Region of Ghana. Participants learned communication skills to address anxiety and questions regarding vaccines, aiming to build trust within the community.
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Reaching Zero-Dose Children (Location: Tokyo), a general incorporated association, conducted a communication workshop regarding the malaria vaccine on April 9, 2026, at Ensign Global University in Kpong, Eastern Region, Republic of Ghana, as part of a workshop hosted by the Brazza International Foundation.
The workshop was attended by approximately 50 healthcare professionals who interact with local parents and children daily, including midwives, nurses, community health officers, traditional birth attendants, rural healthcare workers, and community volunteers. Participants learned through practical dialogue how to address anxieties and questions about vaccines and build trust within the community.
Background: 'Trust' and 'Dialogue' Necessary to Deliver Vaccines
Reaching Zero-Dose Children is a youth-led organization tackling the issue of 'zero-dose children' who have never received a single vaccine dose. To deliver life-saving vaccines to more children, it is essential not only to expand access to the vaccines themselves but also to engage in trusted information dissemination and careful communication within local communities.
Particularly for vaccines like the malaria vaccine, where community understanding and continuous vaccination behavior are crucial, the role of healthcare workers in providing accurate information clearly while addressing the anxieties and questions of parents is extremely important.
Participatory Program through Role-playing and Reflection
In this workshop, a participatory program combining role-playing, reflection, and group discussions was implemented, focusing on dialogue between healthcare workers and parents regarding the malaria vaccine.
Participants alternated roles as healthcare workers, parents, and observers, reproducing conversations that could actually occur in the field. During these exercises, they exchanged opinions on the attitude of listening to the other party's anxieties, techniques for conveying accurate information clearly and politely, and communication methods that respect individual self-determination and dignity.
The workshop shared various challenges healthcare workers face in the field, such as anxiety about vaccines, concerns about side effects, misinformation spreading in the community, and the influence of family and surroundings. Based on this, participants confirmed with each other the importance of building trust through dialogue by first listening to the other party's voice, rather than unilaterally trying to persuade them.
Scenes from the actual workshop held locally in Ghana
An Opportunity to Bring Field Wisdom Together and Learn Across Regions
This workshop provided an opportunity to nurture more practical dialogue skills while bringing together the experience and wisdom already possessed by healthcare workers. It also served as a valuable opportunity for participants from different regions and environments across Ghana to gather in one place and share insights gained from their daily fieldwork.
The accumulation of daily small dialogues by frontline healthcare workers in the community is a powerful force in protecting children's health and spreading trust in vaccinations. We will continue our efforts toward realizing vaccinations where no one is left behind, in collaboration with our local partners.
Acknowledgments to Related Parties
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dr. Sakamaki (Master's student at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Intern at Brazza International Foundation) for supervising the content of this workshop and leading the facilitation on-site.
We also deeply thank the staff of Ensign Global University for supporting this workshop locally, and all the participants who took time out of their busy daily routines to attend this session and share their candid experiences and opinions.
About Reaching Zero-Dose Children
Reaching Zero-Dose Children is a youth-led organization tackling the issue of 'zero-dose children' who have never received a vaccine. We aim to deliver life-saving vaccines to all children through vaccine equity, global health, health communication, policy advocacy, and educational activities.
Our organization will continue to contribute to realizing more equitable vaccine access through community-rooted communication, youth participation, and international collaboration, while valuing local voices.
Donation page is here
The activities of Reaching Zero-Dose Children are supported by your contributions. You can choose between one-time and recurring donations.
[Company Information]
Company Name: General Incorporated Association Reaching Zero
The workshop was attended by approximately 50 healthcare professionals who interact with local parents and children daily, including midwives, nurses, community health officers, traditional birth attendants, rural healthcare workers, and community volunteers. Participants learned through practical dialogue how to address anxieties and questions about vaccines and build trust within the community.
Background: 'Trust' and 'Dialogue' Necessary to Deliver Vaccines
Reaching Zero-Dose Children is a youth-led organization tackling the issue of 'zero-dose children' who have never received a single vaccine dose. To deliver life-saving vaccines to more children, it is essential not only to expand access to the vaccines themselves but also to engage in trusted information dissemination and careful communication within local communities.
Particularly for vaccines like the malaria vaccine, where community understanding and continuous vaccination behavior are crucial, the role of healthcare workers in providing accurate information clearly while addressing the anxieties and questions of parents is extremely important.
Participatory Program through Role-playing and Reflection
In this workshop, a participatory program combining role-playing, reflection, and group discussions was implemented, focusing on dialogue between healthcare workers and parents regarding the malaria vaccine.
Participants alternated roles as healthcare workers, parents, and observers, reproducing conversations that could actually occur in the field. During these exercises, they exchanged opinions on the attitude of listening to the other party's anxieties, techniques for conveying accurate information clearly and politely, and communication methods that respect individual self-determination and dignity.
The workshop shared various challenges healthcare workers face in the field, such as anxiety about vaccines, concerns about side effects, misinformation spreading in the community, and the influence of family and surroundings. Based on this, participants confirmed with each other the importance of building trust through dialogue by first listening to the other party's voice, rather than unilaterally trying to persuade them.
Scenes from the actual workshop held locally in Ghana
An Opportunity to Bring Field Wisdom Together and Learn Across Regions
This workshop provided an opportunity to nurture more practical dialogue skills while bringing together the experience and wisdom already possessed by healthcare workers. It also served as a valuable opportunity for participants from different regions and environments across Ghana to gather in one place and share insights gained from their daily fieldwork.
The accumulation of daily small dialogues by frontline healthcare workers in the community is a powerful force in protecting children's health and spreading trust in vaccinations. We will continue our efforts toward realizing vaccinations where no one is left behind, in collaboration with our local partners.
Acknowledgments to Related Parties
We would like to express our sincere gratitude to Dr. Sakamaki (Master's student at Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, Intern at Brazza International Foundation) for supervising the content of this workshop and leading the facilitation on-site.
We also deeply thank the staff of Ensign Global University for supporting this workshop locally, and all the participants who took time out of their busy daily routines to attend this session and share their candid experiences and opinions.
About Reaching Zero-Dose Children
Reaching Zero-Dose Children is a youth-led organization tackling the issue of 'zero-dose children' who have never received a vaccine. We aim to deliver life-saving vaccines to all children through vaccine equity, global health, health communication, policy advocacy, and educational activities.
Our organization will continue to contribute to realizing more equitable vaccine access through community-rooted communication, youth participation, and international collaboration, while valuing local voices.
Donation page is here
The activities of Reaching Zero-Dose Children are supported by your contributions. You can choose between one-time and recurring donations.
[Company Information]
Company Name: General Incorporated Association Reaching Zero
FAQ
Where does Reaching Zero-Dose Children operate?
Based in Tokyo, they operate internationally, including in the Republic of Ghana.
What is needed to promote the malaria vaccine?
In addition to access to the vaccine itself, trust and careful communication within the local community are necessary.
How can I support this organization?
You can make one-time or recurring donations through their donation page.