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Project Charter: Eradication of Polio from Pakistan by December 2026

Project Title: National Initiative for the Eradication of Polio from Pakistan by December 2026

Project Purpose:

The purpose of this project is to completely eliminate polio from Pakistan by December 2026, ensuring
no new cases are reported and maintaining a polio-free status for future generations. This will be
achieved through comprehensive immunization campaigns, public awareness efforts, and robust
surveillance systems.

Project Objectives:

Polio Immunization Coverage: Ensure that 100% of children under 5 years of age across Pakistan receive
multiple rounds of oral polio vaccine (OPV) through regular immunization drives by 2026.

Surveillance and Reporting: Strengthen the surveillance system to detect and investigate all suspected
cases of polio and vaccine-derived poliovirus in real time.

Community Engagement: Engage local communities, religious leaders, and influencers to build trust and
increase awareness of polio vaccination, especially in high-risk areas.

Integration with Health Systems: Coordinate polio eradication efforts with broader health initiatives,
such as routine immunization and maternal and child health services.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Implement a rigorous monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework to assess
the progress of vaccination campaigns and track key performance indicators (KPIs).

Scope:

In-Scope:

National polio vaccination campaigns, including multiple rounds of immunization across all provinces.

Training of vaccinators and field staff to ensure high-quality service delivery.

Strengthening partnerships with local and international health organizations (e.g., WHO, UNICEF, Gates
Foundation).

Establishment of communication channels for rapid reporting of suspected cases and vaccine-derived
poliovirus.

Community awareness campaigns to combat vaccine hesitancy, misinformation, and access barriers.

Development of polio vaccination microplans for hard-to-reach areas, including regions with security
concerns.

Out-of-Scope:

Eradication of diseases other than polio (though integration with other immunization efforts may occur).

Long-term healthcare services beyond the scope of the polio eradication campaign.
Key Stakeholders:

1. Government of Pakistan: Ministry of Health and provincial health departments.


2. International Organizations: World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, GAVI, and Bill &
Melinda Gates Foundation.
3. Project Sponsor: [Federal Ministry of Health/Polio Eradication Initiative (PEI)]
4. Project Manager: [Name of the Polio Eradication Project Manager]
5. Local Communities: Parents, community leaders, and religious influencers.
6. Field Teams: District Field Coordinators (DFCs), vaccinators, and social mobilizers.
7. Law Enforcement Agencies: To ensure security in high-risk areas.
8. Media: National and local media for public awareness campaigns.
9. Budget:

Estimated Total Budget: Vaccination Campaigns: [Amount]

Human Resources and Training:

Surveillance and Reporting:

Community Engagement and Communication

Contingency Fund: [Amount]

Risks and Mitigations:

Vaccine Hesitancy: Public resistance to vaccination due to misinformation or cultural beliefs.

Mitigation: Engage community leaders and influencers to advocate for vaccination and use mass media
campaigns to address myths.

Insecurity in High-Risk Areas: Certain areas may be inaccessible due to conflict or security concerns.

Mitigation: Collaborate with law enforcement agencies and local leaders to ensure safe access for
vaccination teams.

Operational Delays: Risk of logistical delays during vaccination campaigns due to weather, resource
shortages, or staff unavailability.

Mitigation: Develop contingency plans for unforeseen disruptions and maintain reserve stock of
vaccines.

Emergence of Vaccine-Derived Poliovirus (VDPV): Risk of circulating vaccine-derived poliovirus (VDPV)


outbreaks.

Mitigation: Strengthen surveillance to quickly identify and respond to VDPV cases and improve
sanitation and hygiene practices in communities.
Project Benefits:

Polio-Free Pakistan: Complete eradication of polio, ensuring that future generations are free from the
threat of paralysis and death caused by the poliovirus.

Global Health Milestone: Contribution to the global goal of eradicating polio, supporting Pakistan’s
international standing in public health.

Improved Health Systems: Strengthened routine immunization programs and enhanced disease
surveillance systems that will benefit overall healthcare in Pakistan.

Social Impact: Increased public awareness and community engagement in health initiatives, leading to a
more proactive approach to disease prevention.

Monitoring and Evaluation:

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

Percentage of children under 5 vaccinated in each campaign.

Number of high-risk districts covered.

Timeliness and completeness of case reporting.

Reduction in the number of polio cases and vaccine-derived poliovirus.

Reporting Mechanisms:

Monthly progress reports submitted by provincial health departments.

Quarterly review meetings with stakeholders (e.g., government, WHO, UNICEF).

Evaluation:

Conduct independent evaluations annually to ensure the project remains on track and to identify areas
for improvement.

Approval:

This charter has been reviewed and approved by the following individuals:

Project Sponsor: __________________________ (Signature, Date)

Project Manager: __________________________ (Signature, Date)

Stakeholder Representative: _______________ (Signature, Date)

This charter formally authorizes the national campaign for the eradication of polio in Pakistan and serves
as the foundation for detailed planning, coordination, and execution.

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