Kwilu Provincial Assembly Pledges Support for Vaccination Efforts

The Kwilu Provincial Assembly has signed a commitment note to support the Provincial Health Division (DPS) in its vaccination efforts, aiming to ensure the success of these activities in the region. The signing ceremony took place on Thursday, May 2, 2024, in the plenary hall of the Kwilu Provincial Assembly in Bandundu-ville during an academic session organized by the DPS to solicit the participation of elected officials in these activities.

Why this matters: The commitment of the Kwilu Provincial Assembly to support vaccination efforts is crucial in protecting children and mothers from preventable diseases, ultimately contributing to the improvement of public health in the region. This initiative also highlights the importance of collaboration between local authorities and international organizations in promoting public health, setting a precedent for similar efforts in other regions.

Dr. Daniel Nkila, representative of the DPS chief, emphasized the significance of vaccination as a high-impact intervention on the health of children and mothers in the Kwilu province. "La vaccination, une intervention à haut impact sur la santé de l'enfant et de la mère dans la province du Kwilu," he stated during the session.

The academic session aimed to provide the elected officials with information on health in general and vaccination in particular, enabling them to make an informed decision to actively engage in the fight against preventable diseases and mobilize their electoral strongholds. "Cette séance académique vise à vous fournir des informations sur la santé en général et sur la vaccination en particulier, afin de vous permettre de prendre une décision, celle de vous impliquer activement dans la lutte et de mobiliser davantage vos fiefs électoraux," explained Dr. Nkila.

The Kwilu Provincial Assembly's commitment to supporting the DPS in its vaccination efforts is a significant step towards protecting children and mothers against preventable diseases in the region. The initiative was made possible thanks to financial support from UNICEF, highlighting the importance of collaboration between local authorities and international organizations in promoting public health.

The commitment of the Kwilu Provincial Assembly to support vaccination activities in the region demonstrates the crucial role that elected officials play in ensuring the success of public health initiatives. By actively engaging in the fight against preventable diseases and mobilizing their constituencies, the Assembly members can contribute to improving the health andwell-beingof children and mothers in the Kwilu province.

Key Takeaways

• Kwilu Provincial Assembly commits to supporting vaccination efforts in the region.
• Vaccination aims to protect children and mothers from preventable diseases.
• Collaboration between local authorities and international organizations is crucial.
• UNICEF provides financial support for vaccination efforts in Kwilu province.
• Elected officials play a key role in ensuring public health initiative success.