Accelerating immunization in remote areas through effective cold chain management
"In a world where our actions have the power to shape the lives of others, I am a firm believer that contributing to the well-being of fellow human beings generates the most joy and fulfillment." Rosyana Lievanty is a national UN Volunteer Health Officer with the UN Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Indonesia. She helps ensure that children and adults living in remote areas have access to life-saving immunizations.
According to the latest data on immunization in Indonesia, published by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in July 2022, the country has experienced a significant decline in basic immunization coverage. From 84.2 per cent in 2020, the coverage rate dropped to 79.6 percent in 2021. This decline is being attributed to the COVID-19 pandemic.