Intercountry training workshop on advocacy, communication and social mobilization for TB control in countries of the Eastern Mediterranean Region

Islamabad, Pakistan, 21–24 February 2006
Objectives: Train communication specialists and NTP Managers on how Advocacy, Communication and Social Mobilization (ACS) can contribute to greater effectiveness of the DOTS strategy through an understanding of the roles of ACS in DOTS............. Develop an ACS strategy outline and draft work plan of activities to support an overall country communication plan to STOP TB............ Target ACS interventions using epidemiological and demographic data to segment audiences and achieve measurable results in case detection and treatment compliance.