• Gender matters in immunisation

    Immunisation is one of the most gender-equal health interventions, with no significant difference in global coverage between boys and girls.

    Gender matters in immunisation

    Both women and men can be powerful agents of change in increasing access to life-saving vaccines for their children and communities.

    Gender matters in immunisation

    Within some countries and communities, coverage rates for boys and girls vary. Women can face obstacles that prevent both them and their children from accessing healthcare services.

    Gender matters in immunisation

    Gavi support includes helping countries overcome social, political, economic and cultural barriers to immunisation, particularly for women and girls.

    Gender matters in immunisation

    Gavi supports countries to provide vaccines that specifically benefit girls and women, including vaccines against human papillomavirus and rubella.

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