International Conference on PHC Agenda with session timings

Collaborate with the global health community for the best PHC outcomes

Day 1September 5, 2023
DAY 2September 6, 2023
DAY 3September 7, 2023

Date/Time

Agenda, Title & Description

Participants

September 5, 2023

16:00 - 18:00

Registration, Networking and Reception

Welcome to Day 1 of the International Conference on Primary Health Care! Begin by completing your registration at the designated area and collect your badges . After, join fellow attendees for a networking session, a great opportunity to connect and exchange insights. Later, join us at the reception to unwind and engage in meaningful discussions.

Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health Coverage
In The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

Date/Time

Session Title & Description

Speakers

September 6, 2023

9:30 – 10:30
Plenary A

Making Bold political choices for health across all sectors

A whole-of-government approach to health is critical in ensuring that all people receive and enjoy a high standard of health. It is important that the impact on health be considered across sectors and at all levels of governance. Thereby, the conference will explore leadership and governance in PHC to identify ways to effectively and strategically include a wide array of actors including planners, providers, donors, users and communities. We hope to engage discussion including but not limited to the relative empowerment of MoHs vis-a-vis donors in the political dimensions of health sector reform, and the challenges of PHC implementation in conflict-affected regions.

Refreshments & Exhibition Hall Opens

September 6, 2023

10:45-11:45
Concurrent Session A1

Multisectoral Approach to Strengthening Primary Healthcare

This session explores practical ways to strengthen primary healthcare through multisectoral engagement and collaboration, focusing on levers such as political commitment, governance, funding, and community engagement.

September 6, 2023

Concurrent Session A2

PHC Advocacy How to prove the investment case for PHC and UHC

This session will focus on identifying PHC service delivery gaps and estimating the required investments over a ten-year period.

September 6, 2023

Concurrent Session A3

Review of PHC policies and performance

This session explores the review of primary health care (PHC) policies and performance, estimating the health system's effectiveness through indicators such as the composite coverage index, universal coverage, and health system strengthening index. It emphasizes the importance of political commitment, health system performance, and monitoring and evaluation as PHC levers.

Abstract Title

Entry ID: C17
Measuring the Ethiopian Health system performance: More effort required to achieve SDG 2030 Health System & Reproductive Health Research Directorate, Ethiopian Public Health Institute
Entry ID: C22
Monitoring and evaluation framework for Primary Health Care programmes and systems The University of Queensland Australia & Bahir Dar University Ethiopia
[Entry ID: 210]
Strengthening the PHC workforce – lessons learned from Ethiopia.
[Entry ID: 211]
Successes and challenges of Health System Financing Governance in Ethiopia: A Systematic Review

September 6, 2023

Concurrent Session A4

Utilizing embedded implementation research to support PHC decision-making during public health emergencies

This session aims to share experiences and describe a context-adaptable strategy for supporting PHC programmes with relevant and timely evidence during public health emergencies. Drawing on perspectives from across the African continent, it will provide takeaways from such an approach applied during the COVID-19 pandemic as well as explore how capacity for embedded implementation research can support resilient and responsive PHC in Africa.

September 6, 2023

Concurrent Session A5

Leveraging new tools to strengthen the design and monitoring of primary health care in health policies

This session introduces the PHC in Policies Tracker, a virtual dashboard tool developed by PATH. It maps, analyzes, and visualizes data from national-level health policy documents in 26 low- and middle-income countries, comparing them with the WHO PHC Measurement Framework and Indicators (MFI).

September 6, 2023

Concurrent Session A6

Experience sharing and cross learning on Community Health worker Integrated service delivery at the community level

September 6, 2023

Concurrent Session A7

Advancing the Primary Health Care Agenda: Global Perspectives

This high-level panel brings together USAID’s visionary leaders driving the aid agency’s move to a primary health impact agenda with WHO policy decision makers and practitioners implementing programs today. They will review the status of current PHC initiatives driving the move away from vertical and siloed programming, to one that promotes integrated health service delivery tailored to the individual in her community.

Lunch and Exhibition Hall

September 6, 2023

13:00 – 14:00
Plenary B

Building Sustainable primary Health Care

As the global landscape continues to evolve, systems of primary health care must develop in a sustainable way. The Astana declaration emphasizes the need for comprehensive, core public health functions, delivered in a way that is integrated, not fragmented. On a systems level, recent years have seen greater emphasis on capacity building, strengthening supply chains, and bolstering mechanisms to ensure quality and safety. Additionally, efforts have been made to better integrate PHC and vertical programs. Taking place concurrently has been the emergence of novel health technologies. Digital technologies have become essential resources in building a primary health care that is sustainable and that provides services that are of high quality and safety. However, their advantages and disadvantages are often points of debate. During the conference, we hope to hear from a diverse array of experiences and perspectives on e-health, with the aim of better understanding how to efficiently and effectively utilize e-health in a way that truly strengthens the system. We will also feature country experiences of efforts to move in meaningful ways towards comprehensive, sustainable PHC.

14:00-14:15 Refreshments & Exhibition Hall Opens

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B1

Lessons learned from Nigeria Zambia and ETH: strengthening PHC

This session will delve into Nigeria, Zambia, and Ethiopia experiences in their journeys to strengthen their primary health care (PHC) systems and structures. Explore a range of existing practices for the implementation of PHC that go on to shape patient experiences.

Abstract Title

[Entry ID: C77]
Community data use pivotal to improving the quality of malaria services for pregnant women and the resilience of community health systems the case of PHCs in Cross River State Nigeria
[Entry ID: C82]
Health Infrastructure – Implication of Maternity annex designs on accessibility, ambient temperature, and patient experience Clinton Health Access Initiative
[Entry ID: C92]
Integrating rehabilitation services at the primary health care level: recommendations for Ethiopia Results for Development (R4D), Health Systems Strengthening Accelerator

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B2

Service delivery model to improve maternal and newborn health care in PHC

This session will showcase innovative service delivery models from sub-Saharan Africa and SouthEast Asia, aimed at enhancing maternal and newborn health care. Explore the valuable insights gained from these quality improvement methods, which have been demonstrated as cost-effective and sustainable policy options.

Abstract Title

[Entry ID: C38]
Empowering women with the introduction of DMPA-SC for self-injection, a pilot study in selected sub-cities in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia - Population Services International- Ethiopia
[Entry ID: C46]
- Strategies for PHC implementation in conflict-affected locations: The G-ANC Project Approach Pathfinder International
[Entry ID: C51]
- Towards achieving people centered healthcare: A systematic review of strategies to improve timely initiation of antenatal care among pregnant women in sub–Saharan Africa clinton Health Access Initiative
[Entry ID: C52]
- How many new-born babies can we save by booking Antenatal Care (ANC) early: An evaluation of policy options to increase ANC booking in the first trimester in Southern Province Ministry of Health Livingstone District Health Office
[Entry ID: C78]
- Improving the quality of Group ANC-PNC in urban slums of Bangladesh through the model of improvement and human-centered design Management Sciences for Health (MSH)
[Entry ID: C91]
- Expanding access to respectful maternity care in Kenya through the Maternity Open Day approach Pathfinder International
[Entry ID: C73]
- Engaging traditional Mayan birth attendants in facility-based antenatal care in rural Guatemala]

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B3

Climate change and resilient PHC systems: Strategies of PHC implementation in fragile context

In an era where armed conflicts, forced displacement, and climate disasters are increasingly common, ensuring access to quality primary health care (PHC) becomes even more critical. Join us in this session to discuss global trends related to these issues and explore innovative strategies for implementing PHC in fragile contexts.

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B4

Strengthening Disaster Preparedness in Primary Healthcare Settings

Shocks and stressors can lead to humanitarian crises that threaten the health, safety, security, and wellbeing of communities. Pathfinder will convene technical experts, government representatives, and healthcare workers to discuss emergency response, identify gaps in disaster preparedness, and recommend strategies to improve resilience.

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B5

Innovation in CHW’s training

Last Mile Health and the Ethiopia Ministry of Health are revolutionizing in-service training for Ethiopia’s 40,000 health extension workers. Learn how this model is being scaled in Ethiopia and discuss its potential to transform continuing education for CHWs in Ethiopia and beyond.

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B6

Experience with using DHIS2 to empower health workers in Primary Health Care.

The recognized global public good, DHIS2 was developed as an open-source platform aimed at providing accessible, adaptable health information systems through local ownership, capacity-building and innovation. With the DHIS2 Individual Tracker, the platform is able to support community health workers gather quality individualised data for timely decision making both at the local and national level. Contributing to the transition to digitised health data, DHIS2 can play a role in building sustainable and equitable primary health care systems. This session will include three short presentations and a panel discussion focusing on;
-An overview of the development of the Individual Tracker and the HISP model to build local capacity for development and maintenance of digital health information systems.
-Implementation experiences through country examples from Malawi and Ethiopia where DHIS2 has been used for disease monitoring and during the Covid-19 response.

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B7

Strengthening PHC Information System

This conference session will be about Ethiopia's Health Sector Transformation Plan (HSTP) and its impact on equitable and quality healthcare services. Discover how digital health practices have improved communication, data utilization, and accessibility while reducing disparities in healthcare delivery.

Abstract Title

[Entry ID: C60]
Youth Engagement in the Rollout of Digital Health Information Systems: Achievements and Lessons from the Field Jonh Snow, Inc. (JSI)/USAID Digital Health Activity (DHA)
[Entry ID: C47]
The Gender-Digital Health-Health Information System Divide in Ethiopia: Evidence from a National Survey Jonh Snow, Inc. (JSI)/USAID Digital Health Activity (DHA)
[Entry ID: C55]
Improve Primary Health Care with Digital Governance: The Framework for Efficient System Control and Decision Making JSI - Digital Health Activity
[Entry ID: C93]
Improved essential primary health care service provision on electronic community health system (eCHIS) platform; preliminary findings from implementation research Jonh Snow, Inc.

September 6, 2023

14:15-15:15
Concurrent Session B8

Tech-enabled PHC: moving from small pilots to digital transformation

Discover how innovative technologies are being harnessed – including, but not limited to public health communication programmes, mobile-based applications, and digital checklists – to support the provision of PHC services and address key challenges faced by clients and service providers in LMICs alike.

Abstract Title

[Entry ID: C81]
- Learnings from a technology based national public health communication programme in India - Challenges of coverage and impact of messaging National Health Systems Resource Centre, Ministry of Health, Government of India.
[Entry ID: C29]
- Leveraging digital tools to improve maternal child health outcomes; Access to Infant and Maternal Health Plus Project in Sierra Leone World Vision International Sierra Leone
[Entry ID: C62]
- Enhancing quality of counseling by community health volunteers during household visits: a digital symptoms’ checklist cocreated though human centered design in Siaya, Western Kenya. PATH
[Entry ID: C23]
- Safe Delivery App for resilient primary health care Maternity Foundation [Entry ID: C87] - Prognostic prediction models for adverse birth outcomes: A systematic review and meta-analysis University of Gondar

15:15-16:15 Interactive round table sessions

September 6, 2023

15:15-16:15
CHOOSE

Seminal Publication from Alliance for HPSR

Share recent seminal publications from the Alliance for HPSR and the Special Programme on PHC at WHO. The discussion will then focus on making the most of these resources, reaching target audiences, what further work is needed to fill in gaps in resources, etc.

A study to inform key policy reforms: Financial sustainability study of the free care policy in Burkina Faso

Join us for an insightful session as we share Burkina's experience in successfully implementing a free healthcare system. This engaging presentation will showcase the results of the comprehensive analysis conducted to assess the sustainability of the free healthcare program. Delve into the key reforms and recommendations that have emerged from this pioneering initiative, offering valuable lessons and inspiration for other nations striving to achieve equitable healthcare access for all

From Capital to Clinic: Advancing PHC delivery and financing from policy to action

Explore Kenya's innovative approach to primary health care (PHC) policy implementation and financing. Discover how they effectively disseminate policies and bridge implementation gaps using a hub and spoke model. Learn from their experiences in establishing primary care networks, investing in human resources, and reorganizing funding. This session contributes to global discourse on innovative PHC policy implementation. Don't miss the insights and lessons learned. Join us!

A Twinning Partnership Program to Strengthen Capacity for Policy and Practice of Primary Health Care: Effectiveness and Sustainability

The University of Queensland (UQ) in Australia and the International Institute for Primary Health Care- Ethiopia (IPHC-E) have been implementing a twinning partnership program, with the support of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation through the American International Health Alliance (AIHA), since January 2022. The purpose of this twinning partnership program is to capacitate the Institute (and its hubs) so that it becomes a centre of excellence and a World Health Organization’s (WHO’s) collaborating centre in primary health care (PHC). We have learned several lessons for effective and sustainable twinning program to strengthen institutional capacity for PHC. The objective of this session is to provide an overview of the twinning partnership program, including its strategies, activities and achievements, and summarize the lessons learned towards an effective and sustainable technical assistance program.

Leveraging Primary Health Care Platforms to Advance the Global Health Security Agenda

Global health security is predicated on a robust primary health care system that reduces fragmentation in health service delivery and advances universal health coverage. This roundtable discussion brings together top minds driving programmatic decision making on Global Health Security at USAID and project implementers. Participants will be asked to share their country case study experiences to add to the global discussion on best practices and future directions.

September 6, 2023

15:15-16:15
BUILD

Adaptation of the World Health Organization’s Integrated People-Centered Health Care Services approach for Maternal, Newborn and child health services in Zambia

[Entry ID: R2]
Despite Zambia ratifying to implement the World Health Organization PeaCe health approach, its implementation has been limited. Attributable to the non-availability of the Integrated People at the Center of Health Services (IPCHCS) guidelines and the limited understanding of this approach among community members and health care workers; this session will share lessons on the implementation of the WHO IPCHS model in improving SRMNCAH in Zambia.

The NCD Navigator: A tool to improve data quality for a more focused, better-resourced NCD response in Kenya and Ghana

[Entry ID: R5]
PATH created the NCD Navigator, a visual analytics system for ministry NCD leads and partners to guide resource allocation, strategy development and implementation, and stakeholder coordination. Discover how the NCD Navigator is improving data quality for a more focused, better resourced NCD response in Kenya and Ghana.

NCD Prevention Education For Youth: A Model Of Leveraging Digital Health In School

Entry ID: R7]
PATH and the Vietnam Ministry of Education partnered to address these behaviors through NCD prevention and education during the adolescent years. Explore how to leverage digital technologies to build a dynamic PHC system with effective-youth friendly primary prevention for NCDs.

Enhancing quality of counseling by community health volunteers during household visits: a digital symptoms’ checklist cocreated though human centered design in Siaya, Western Kenya.

[Entry ID: R162]
Community health volunteers (CHVs) are essential in delivering critical messages and services as part of primary health care. PATH and Siaya County Health Management Team (CHMT) conducted a human centered design (HCD) activity to understand the experiences of CHVs and to co-create solutions to improve their quality of work.

Improved essential primary health care service provision on electronic community health system (eCHIS) platform; preliminary findings from implementation research

[Entry ID: R193]
To this end JSI is supporting the Ethiopian Federal Ministry of Health’s (FMoH) effort in scaling up eCHIS with CIFF funding and assessed progress in population registration and provision of essential MCH service on eCHIS platform in 20 woredas.

Diagnostics on Key Bottleneck to Delivery of Health Services in PHC Facilities in Ethiopia

[Entry ID: R195]
The Government of Ethiopia has put strengthening the PHC system at the core of its strategy to achieve UHC. However, key bottlenecks - including, budget constraints and financial management issues - impact PHC service delivery.

Deploying digital technology for Health Promotion in PHC: Learnings from the SMGL Project

[Entry ID: R149]
Digital health interventions have played a key role in tackling key maternal and newborn health issues in low- and middle-income countries. As part of the Saving Mothers Giving Life 2.0 (SMGL 2.0) project in Kaduna state, Nigeria, the project has employed digital health strategies to improve access and quality of maternal and newborn care services to support the Kaduna State Ministry of Health (KDMOH) to reach the state’s MNH goals.

Aligning under-five outpatient registers with IMNCI guidelines to improve the quality of IMNCI services in fragile settings: The case of four countries

[Entry ID: R143]
MOMENTUM Integrated Health Resilience (MIHR) is the USAID’s global flagship project to strengthen equitable and quality maternal, newborn, and child health (MNCH) care and service delivery in fragile settings. In 2022, MIHR conducted rapid assessments of existing POC job aids and data recording forms in project areas in DRC, Mali, Niger, and South Sudan to assess whether the registers are aligned to IMNCI protocols.

15:15-16:15 Lightning paper Talks

September 6, 2023

15:15-16:15
BUILD

Redesigning Referral experience from Primary Healthcare level in India : A Behavioral Science and Human Centered Design Approach

[Entry ID: L09]
To achieve the goal of universal health coverage, the Government of India has rolled out a comprehensive primary healthcare strategy in the country. In alignment with GoI priorities, PATH, has adopted a district saturation approach for demonstration of PHC in India. To understand behavioral barriers faced by the demand and supply side, a behavior science and human-centered design (HCD) approach was implemented across all elements of health systems for reimagining primary healthcare delivery.

Supporting home grown technology solutions for primary health care in Sierra Leone

[Entry ID: L13]
There is an increasing gap in the global footprint of technological advances and innovations which remains dominated by global north countries.In 2022 Concern Sierra Leone partnered with Autohealth (SL) Limited, a tech startup founded by medical students with a drive to solve key issues in the health system. They developed a Safe Blood Management Information System (SBMIS) – LifeBlood - as well as a ‘Community Mobile App’. The LifeBlood platform digitizes current paper forms and working documents of the National Safe Blood Service and automates the various work streams and creates donor to transfusion tracking. Whereas the app aims to increase the number of voluntary blood donations in Sierra Leone. This collaboration is an example of local solutions for primary health service delivery gaps and evidence to support increased investment in local start up technology companies to provide sustainable solutions to key primary health and development obstacles.

An NCD medicine and product forecasting tool providing evidence for stronger supply chains

[Entry ID: L115]
Gaps in the ability to forecast for the demand of medicines cause challenges for everyone from the government decision makers to patients. In response to this need, the Coalition for Access to NCD Medicines & Products developed an NCD Forecasting Tool for Essential Medicines and Products and accompanying toolkit, in partnership with the ministries of health in Kenya and Uganda. During this session, multisectoral members from the Coalition will explain why they developed the NCD forecasting program, lessons learned from its pilot, and its impact, both in country and globally.

Ethiopian Capitation Pilot Experience: setting an appropriate capitation rate for Ethiopian context

[Entry ID: L114]
To address challenges related to the current fee-for-service provider payment modality, the EHIS with support from CHAI piloted capitation over two years. This study outlines the considerations made and lessons learned in designing a fit-for-context capitation model. The aim is to compare the performance of the two alternative designs of capitation based on accuracy, and suitability for scale-up.

Building back better: Supporting delivery of early childhood development and maternal mental health services as part of rebuilding primary health care after conflict in northern Amhara, Ethiopia

[Entry ID: L16]
Background: Primary health care (PHC) has been affected by conflict in northern Amhara Region, Ethiopia. Conflict also affects early childhood development (ECD) and maternal mental health (MMH). As part of PHC rebuilding, facility-level providers were trained at 18 health centers and 81 health posts in six woredas. A multifaceted approach to integrate ECD and MMH into post-conflict PHC rebuilding is feasible and can improve key mental health and development outcomes.

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Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health Coverage
In The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

Date/Time

Sessions Title & Description

Speakers

September 7, 2023

9:00 - 10:00
Plenary C

Empowering individuals and communities

The strength of primary health care is rooted in an empowered people and workforce. The rights and protections of primary health care (PHC) workers play a crucial role in guaranteeing quality healthcare services. Equity and gender concerns are important to consider for the PHC workforce and there is a need for more involvement from young people in the sector. As Community Health Workers remain the backbone of the delivery of PHC in many settings, how do we ensure effective methods of recruitment, training, and retention that meet the needs of the workforce? Efforts must also include the engagement of the community to ensure effectiveness and relevance. It has long been a cornerstone of PHC ideology that communities should have agency over their own health and wellbeing, should participate in governance, and should be heard. What are successes and challenges in this area? What are active and practical ways that communities can be effectively involved in primary health care?

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C1

Eliminating Silos: Integration of Person-Centered Care in Primary Health Care Settings

For most people, primary health care systems are the first point of contact with health care. To meet a client's full range of health care needs this first point of contact must be well-resourced and well-integrated with essential sexual and reproductive health services, such contraception, safe abortion, and cervical cancer and HIV prevention and treatment services.Efforts must also include the engagement of the community to ensure effectiveness and relevance. It has long been a cornerstone of PHC ideology that communities should have agency over their own health and wellbeing, should participate in governance, and should be heard. What are successes and challenges in this area? What are active and practical ways that communities can be effectively involved in primary health care?

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: SC: 04]
Pathfinder will convene health care workers, donor representatives, and government officials to discuss how a fully supported primary health care system is integral to achieving universal health coverage.

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C2

Defining and Advancing an Optimized Primary Health Care Workforce

This panel brings together experts to discuss efforts towards defining and advancing an optimized health workforce towards improved quality care within PHC.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: C114]
Defining and Advancing an Optimized Primary Health Care Workforce

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C3

Engaging communities for better PHC

The involvement of individuals, families, and communities in PHC is critical. In this session, we will share various country examples of the ways that communities have been engaged for PHC efforts.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: C28]
Mental Health & Psychosocial Support for Sudan Ebola affected communities during post Ebola period in the districts of Mubende, Kassanda and Kyegegwa in Uganda. Ministry of Health Uganda
[Entry ID: C56]
A lesson learned from the primary health care community scorecard implementation in selected provinces in Cambodia Khmer HIV/AIDS NGO Alliance (KHANA)
JSI [c202]
Strategies in addressing inequity and its determinants in underserved communities in Burkina Faso, DRC, Mali, South Sudan, and Yemen Learning from Momentum Integrated Health Resilience
JSI [ c203]
Design and implementation of Village Health Strategy in bridging families and communities with the health system in Ethiopia

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C4

Together: Better PHC, Stronger health emergency prevention, preparedness, response and resilience (HEPR)

This session will contain practical country examples and explore how PHC forms the foundation for HEPR and how different countries are strengthening PHC and HEPR.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: C204]
- From policy to implementation: an integrated approach to PHC and GHS in Nigeria
[Entry ID: C205]
- PHC as the foundation for surveillance: lessons learned from India
[Entry ID: C206]
- Building Stronger Surveillance: an opportunity to strengthen PHC systems in Ghana
[Entry ID: C207]
- Leadership in times of crisis: practical lessons learned from Ethiopia

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C5

What Does Gender Integration in PHC Look Like?

In this panel, we will showcase country examples, interventions, tools and approaches for integrating gender in PHC—with health policy makers, health workers, clients and facilitators of health.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: C208]
Gender and PHC - a policy perspective Needs to register
[Entry ID: C209]]
Integrating gender into PHC service delivery: Learning from country implementation
[Entry ID: R1]
Improving Healthcare Quality through Gender-Sensitive Service Provision [Entry ID: L20] Building Sustainable Gender-based Violence Prevention and Response Systems through Primary Health Care

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C7

Leveraging social accountability and community engagement for #PHC4UHC

This session will dive into the implementation of a multidisciplinary approach towards civic engagement that includes alliance and coalition building, monitoring tools, advocacy based on evidence, and capacity building of diverse stakeholders.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: SC05]
PATH

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C8

Setting CHWs up for success by equipping CHWs with digital tools

This session will explore ways to optimize CHW capacity by equipping them with digital tools to enable formal training and mentoring, supportive supervision, an organized manner of carrying tasks, data reporting, quality of care monitoring, telehealth, contact tracing, and mobile payments for their time and services.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: SC06]
PATH

September 7, 2023
10:00-11:00
Concurrent Session C9

Partnering for Innovative Integration: Strengthening Immunization and Disease Surveillance in Primary Health Care.

This concurrent session hosted by the CORE Group Partners Project (CGPP) will address locally-driven, sustainably-integrated, and community-based immunization and surveillance interventions in connection with PHC. Presenters will share community-based surveillance (CBS), cross-border engagement, and the project’s One Health approach.

Abstract ID

[Entry ID: SC07]

11:00-11:15 Refreshments & Exhibition Hall Opens

11:15- 12:00 Interactive roundtable Sessions

EMPOWER

Re-imaging community involvement to increase immunization coverage in humanitarian context in South west region of Burkina Faso

Burkina Faso has experienced a humanitarian crisis born of armed conflicts since 2015, coupled with the 2019 Covid-19 outbreak straining the functioning of the health system. Community participation contributed to extend PHC coverage and successful ground health education to meet population immunization needs in fragile settings.

Abstratc ID
[Entry ID: R151]
Noel Kabore

Engagement of community health workers for improved PHC services: TIMCI implementation experience in Tanzania

Lack of community awareness on disease danger signs is one of the biggest challenges to effective delivery of PHC services. PATH, in partnership with Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute, Ifakara Health Research Institute, and government of Tanzania, directly engaged CHWs to lead community sensitization strategies toward enhanced caregiver understanding of signs of severe illness and improvement in their engagement with health care services.

Abstratc ID
[Entry ID: R152]
Worknesh Kereta,

HCD for PHC: Lessons from India, Nigeria, and Senegal in designing for more responsive and people centered PHC

HCD methods were applied to understand supply- and demand-side challenges of building a model Ayushman Bharat Health and Wellness Centers (AB-HWC) in Maharashtra. We explored the behavioral barriers and enablers in implementation of AB-HWC guidelines through stakeholder interviews with policy makers, providers, and end users.
Abstratc ID
[Entry ID: R103]
Mayank Sharma

Community Engagement: an important piece in improving PHC service delivery

“Three Delays" model proposes that pregnancy-related mortality is overwhelmingly due to delays in: (1) deciding to seek appropriate medical help for an obstetric emergency; (2) reaching an appropriate obstetric facility; and (3) receiving adequate care when a facility is reached. To address the three delays, Pathfinder international, is implementing the Saving Mothers Giving Life 2.0 (SMGL 2.0) project in Kaduna state, Nigeria with the goal of contributing to the state government’s efforts to reduce maternal and perinatal mortality within the state.
Abstratc ID
[Entry ID: R142]
TBD

Investing in Health Worker Safety: Results from a Multi-modal Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Program at Select Health Facilities in Five African Countries during the COVID-19 Pandemic

This program aimed to improve health facility infection prevention and control (IPC) performance and health worker behavior to reduce health worker infections.
Abstratc ID
[Entry ID: R176]
TBD

Establishing Community Linkages to Strengthen Primary Health Care Services: The Role of Community Health Influencers Promoters and Services Implementation in Ohaozara LGA, Ebonyi State, Nigeria 

Implementing community-based strategies brings low-cost and quality healthcare closer to the people, vital to strengthen health systems. The United States President Malaria Initiative for States project supports the Ebonyi State government to implement the Community Health Influencers, Promoters, and Services (CHIPS) program to improve access to life-saving maternal and child health (MCH) services in hard-to-reach areas.

Abstratc ID
[Entry ID: R179]
TBD

ALIGN

Institutional reforms as key improvement of governance and coordination of primary health care: a case study of Benin

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: R190]
This session demonstrates cross-cutting Benin PHC reforms like creating health sector regulatory, national council for PHC, operational structure etc. This session demonstrates cross-cutting Benin PHC reforms like creating health sector regulatory, national council for PHC, operational structure etc.

Making Health equity a reality for insecure and nomadic communities in the district of Timbuktu, Mali

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: R131]
This session is the live example of making health equity into reality by collaborating with local NGOs, community partnership in Timbuktu, Mali.

Sustaining PHC service delivery within the private sector using a total market approach

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: R148]
This session emphasizes on the importance of the private partnership with government for quality improvement, emergency services and insurance schemes using a total market approach in Kaduna state, Nigeria.

Aligning Stakeholder Support for Improved RMNCH Commodity Availability: Insights from a Kenyan Supply Chain Landscaping Exercise

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: R110]
This session aimed to discuss on the stakeholder alignment to map the stockout of the things required for maternal, reproductive, and child health which leads to enhance the collaborative intervention for budget planning, and financial support to procure all RMNCH commodities

How do we get back on track for SDG3?

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: R130]
This session get us on track for SDG3 by investing in the health faith based organizations that strengthen the local health system and improve the service delivery.

11:15- 12:00 Lightning Sessions

EMPOWER

Pathways to thrive in adulthood: transforming social norms to enable adolescents to live happy, healthy lives

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: SL100]
pathfinder

Human-Centered Design (HCD) study to understand behavioral levers for the use of Covid-19 self-testing

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: L16]
Explore the evolution of COVID-19 testing methodologies in "Enhancing Uptake of COVID-19 Self-Testing." Discover insights from a Human-Centered Design approach that delves into barriers and enablers of self-testing adoption. Uncover factors shaping accessibility, user experience, and interventions for improved uptake. Join this session for a concise analysis of COVID-19 testing dynamics and strategies to enhance public health responses.

ALIGN

Budget space analysis for increasing public fundings allocated free care program in Burkina Faso

Abstract ID
[Entry ID: L10]
Please join us for the session that emphasizes on the significance of the analysis of budget allocation in free healthcare program in Burkina Faso. Through various methods of analytical approach this session demonstrates the importance of budget prioritization for the free care program.

L120

Implementing PHC at subnational level in Malawi: district systems for alignment, accountability and data-driven planning

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[Entry ID: L120]
This session shed a light on significance of using innovative tools like District Implementation Plan Action Tracker to improve the implementation of District plan in Malawi.

September 7, 2023
13:00-14:00
Plenary D

Align stakeholders support with national policies, strategies and plans

PHC financing faces several challenges, including a low level of public funding, fragmented financing mechanisms, limited coverage for patients, and a lack of financial incentives for PHC providers to deliver priority services. The establishment of a robust primary health care financing system is dependent upon the multi-sectoral collaboration of various stakeholders including donors, political actors, and the community. It is important also to consider the role and responsibilities that each party may have. For example, to what extent do donors collaborate to support national leadership? How might widely different stakeholders interact and contribute meaningfully to improve primary health care? ICPHC aims to explore ways these stakeholders’ support can be effectively aligned with national policies, strategies and plans in order to improve health outcomes. We hope country representatives use this platform to share their experience and lessons that can be adapted and used by other countries to guide implementation of effective PHC financing.

Concurrent Session D1

Alliance HPSR 25th Anniversary

This concurrent session will serve as a gathering space for those celebrating the 25th anniversary of the Alliance for Health Policy and Systems Research.
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[Entry ID: SC08]
Alliance HPSR

Concurrent Session D2

Effective planning and budgeting for PHC: Lessons learned from Burkina Faso, Eswatini, Malawi, Kenya, and Zambia

Healthcare financing plays a vital role in achieving universal health coverage, thereby enhancing access to healthcare services. We invite you to join us for an informative session on "Effective Planning and Budgeting for Primary Healthcare: Lessons from Burkina Faso, Eswatini, Malawi, Kenya, and Zambia."
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Entry ID: C99]
Maximizing PHC Investment through Integrated Planning and resource mapping and expenditure tracking: A Practical Approach for Burkina Faso CHAI
[Entry ID: C19]
Effective planning and budgeting for Primary Healthcare Services in Eswatini: Using evidence from primary health costing conducted at the clinic level CHAI
[Entry ID: C125]
Efficient Financing for PHC: Prioritizing Malawi’s Health Sector Strategic Plan III
[Entry ID: C120]
Implementing PHC at subnational level in Malawi: district systems for alignment, accountability and data-driven planning CHAI
[Entry ID: C118]
Exploring sustainable primary health care financing in Kenya: a snapshot of subnational financial reforms PATH
[Entry ID: C61]
Implementation of Digital Technologies for Improved Financial Accountability: Implementation of Navision Dynamics Towards Reduced Financial Mismanagement in Eastern and Southern provinces of Zambia MOH Zambia, CHAI

Concurrent Session D3

Health Financing reforms and how they contribute to PHC

This session will discuss the classification of exempted services in Ethiopia as a federal function or integration of CBHI with SHI to expand coverage and improve the risk pool
Entry ID: SC09]
Abt Associates.

Concurrent Session D4

Role of the private sector in advancing primary health care

Join this session to participate in a conversation with experts from Africa Health Business, PharmAccess, and CORUS International on the role that private sector organizations can play in advancing primary health care. This session will include discussion of public-private partnerships as well as capacity-building for faith-based health care provider networks and entrepreneurship through accelerator platforms.
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[Entry ID: SC09]
Nicole Spieker -PharmAccess
Amit Thakker -Africa Health Business
Dennis Cherian -CORUS International

Concurrent Session D5

JSI Co-creating alignment with Government policies and plans

A call to action in ASTANA declaration underlines stakeholders and countries to work together in the spirit of partnership to effectively direct sufficient human, technological, financial, and information resources to improve primary health care. Working with the host government, JSI in various countries demonstrated collaborations with health professionals, academia, patients, civil society organizations, and private sectors. This session brings experts on the following topics:

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[Entry ID: SC10]
JSI

Concurrent Session D6

RTI International

Concurrent Session D7

Palladium
USAID Data Monitoring Framework for Primary Health Care

Implementation of national policies, strategies and plans driving primary health care must be measured to determine what is working and what mid-course adjustments and adaptations should be made to ensure positive impact. This session will showcase initiatives designed for information collection and analytics, including case studies on real time monitoring and integrated analytics.

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Collaborate with the global health community for the best PHC outcomes

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Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health CoverageIn The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

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Refreshments & Exhibition Hall Opens

Lunch and Exhibition Hall

14:00-14:15 Refreshments & Exhibition Hall Opens

15:15-16:15 Interactive round table sessions

15:15-16:15 Lightning paper Talks

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Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health CoverageIn The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

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11:00-11:15 Refreshments & Exhibition Hall Opens

11:15- 12:00 Interactive roundtable Sessions

11:15- 12:00 Lightning Sessions

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Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health CoverageIn The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health Coverage
In The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health Coverage
In The Era of Sustainable Development Goals

Resilient Primary Health Care: The Foundation of Universal Health Coverage
In The Era of Sustainable Development Goals