JSI International Bulletin, February 2023, Issue 13

Recently Published Articles and Resources
How Data Systems Can Help Reach Zero-dose and Under-immunized Children
This new brief published by the MOMENTUM Routine Immunization Transformation and Equity project is for government decision makers, funders, and partners who are involved in advancing health information systems and data tools. These tools identify, reach, and monitor zero-dose and under-immunized children.

Asia Resilient Cities Releases New Publications
The Asia Resilient Cities (ARC) project recently released two exciting publications: a project one pager and a blog on how Systems Thinking Offers a Locally Led Path to More Resilient Cities. ARC is addressing cross-cutting urban development challenges by promoting sustainable urban growth; supporting resilient, low-carbon urban infrastructure; and integrating climate change and environmentally-conscious approaches.

Strengthening the Health System in Pakistan
The Integrated Health Systems Strengthening and Service Delivery Activity in Pakistan developed five technical briefs over the last year that cover increased TB screening and treatment utilization, expanding workforce capacity to meet the demands of COVID-19, strengthening disease surveillance and response, and delivering more equitable and higher quality health services.

Developing a Global Framework for Person-Centered Care
JSI created a guidance framework on how to integrate person-centered care into global health programming by developing a common language and sharing lessons learned.

Upcoming Events
Achieving Equity and Resilience: Voices of Adolescent Girls and Young Women in Africa
For International Women’s Day, JSI is hosting a webinar on March 8th moderated by USAID. Three young women from USAID-supported projects in Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe will share their experiences. Learn more and register.

The Behavior Effect: A JSI Livecast
JSI is launching a livecast series on March 15 featuring ongoing discussions on lessons and innovations in the most pressing areas of public health. The first in the series will focus on What it Takes to Govern and Finance Person-Centered Care. Learn more and register.

ICASA 2023
The International Conference on AIDS and STIs in Africa will be held in person in Harare, Zimbabwe and virtually between December 4-9, 2023. Abstract submission opens March 1 and closes July 31.

ASTMH 2023
The American Society of Tropical Medicine and Hygiene is putting out a call for abstracts starting late February and closing on March 22, 2023. The annual meeting will be held October 18-22, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

HCL Education Series 2023
The Humanitarian Commodities Logistics (HCL) group continues its community education series with discussions centered on supply chain topics. Learn more and register.

Women Deliver 2023
The Women Deliver 2023 Conference will take place in-person in Kigali, Rwanda and virtually from July 17-20. Registration is currently open.