This case study, developed by Breakthrough ACTION with USAID support, highlights how integrating gender considerations can enhance emergency health responses.
The project trained risk communication and community engagement (RCCE) professionals in Guinea, Niger, Nigeria, and Liberia to address gender-specific needs, improving the inclusivity and effectiveness of their communication strategies. In Guinea, participants redefined gender perspectives and applied new tools, significantly boosting their confidence in gender-responsive RCCE. In Niger, participants were introduced to essential gender considerations, laying the groundwork for broader integration in health interventions. In Nigeria, gender was embedded into all training modules, helping practitioners understand the impact of norms on health behaviors and develop gender-sensitive messages. In Liberia, regional sessions enabled county-level leaders to create local gender action plans, maintaining momentum during a politically challenging time.
This case study underscores that a gender-sensitive approach in RCCE fosters trust, addresses disparities, and supports inclusive health interventions, creating a model for effective emergency response across diverse settings.
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