Abstract
This scoping review maps out evidence on models of delivery of COVID-19 and other vaccinations for migrant and refugee populations.
Authors: Fariba Aghajafari,Alyssa Ness,Laurent Wall,Dorota Guzek,Huzaifa Kamal,Caitlin McClurg,Amanda Weightman,Krishna Anupindi,Deidre Lake,Annalee Coakley
Publication Date: 1/1/2023
Publication Type: Presentation
Notes
Location: Literature review itself was not location-specific but the bigger project in which this project is part of is situated in Calgary.
Key recommendations
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Reduce barriers to access through targeted supports and strategies (e.g., vaccination site in a targeted neighbourhood, mobile outreach).
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Include engagement of patients and community, and regular communication.
Reinforce local capacity and solutions (e.g., enhance existing systems, hire staff, provide culturally responsive training for staff, empower local leaders).
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Enable timely changes to models with ongoing data collection and evaluation (e.g., collect data on coverage rates, reasons for hesitancy) to address emerging needs.
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Make use of new strategies and modern technologies (e.g., social media, translation apps, data systems) to complement communication, engagement and delivery strategies.
Key findings
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All 30 studies monitored vaccine update, learned from evaluation and adapted models.
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Two of the studies used social media to promote vaccination campaigns.
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None of the studies monitored and directly responded to social media.
Future research/gaps identified:
