Big Catch-Up Case Studies: Lessons from Country Implementation

Big Catch-Up Case Studies: Lessons from Country Implementation

14th Apr, 2026 2:00PM (Europe/Berlin)

The Big Catch-Up (BCU) initiative was launched to support countries in identifying and vaccinating children who missed routine immunization during the COVID-19 pandemic. To better understand implementation experiences and operational lessons, several countries have conducted case studies examining different aspects of BCU implementation. UNICEF, in collaboration with Gavi, WHO and partners, invites you to join a webinar to share insights from three selected case studies and reflect on lessons from programme implementation.

This session will include:

• Country presentations highlighting experiences implementing BCU activities (Ethiopia, Kyrgyzstan, Mozambique)

• Reflections on operational approaches used to reach zero-dose and under-immunized children 

• Discussion of lessons related to programme coordination, service delivery adaptations, and digital health systems

• Interactive Q&A and discussion

By the end of the session, participants will:

✔ Understand how countries implemented BCU activities in different operational contexts

✔ Learn practical approaches used to identify and reach missed children

✔ Explore lessons related to programme coordination, service delivery, and monitoring systems

✔ Reflect on implications for strengthening routine immunization recovery efforts

 

Register here: https://unicef.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_xHnrFdtRTDKRk2qGyLC3pQ#/registration