The activity was implemented by the Fund TB Cluster, with support from USAID and Palladium.
By Christiana Ofem
A crucial stakeholder roundtable discussion on unlocking funding for tuberculosis (TB) interventions was held in Calabar, bringing together key representatives from various sectors to address the persistent challenges in financing TB-related initiatives.
The event, organized by USAID in collaboration with Palladium, took place in the Cross River State capital and featured active participation from government agencies, the private sector, and non-governmental organizations.
The roundtable featured goodwill messages from representatives of the Ministry of Health, the private sector, the Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), the TB Network, and the Ministry of Economic Development, emphasizing the importance of a multi-sectoral approach to combating TB.
A significant part of the discussion focused on the introduction of the “Fund TB Project,” presented by Lucy Eyo, a representative from Policy Alert. “The project aims to strengthen the financial, management and advocacy capacity of CSOs,” Lucy asserted.
The session highlighted innovative strategies to unlock and mobilize resources to ensure sustainable funding for TB interventions.
Participants engaged in an interactive session, discussing the various challenges and opportunities in funding TB programs. The exchange was aimed at fostering collaboration and generating actionable commitments.
The roundtable concluded with a session on commitments and next steps, where representatives from Policy Alert and other stakeholders outlined their pledges to enhance funding mechanisms for TB.
This roundtable marks a significant step forward in the fight against tuberculosis, with stakeholders reaffirming their commitment to securing the necessary resources to effectively tackle the disease.
The activity was implemented by the Centre for Healthworks Development and Research Initiative (CHEDRES) , a member of the Fund TB Cluster, anchored by Policy Alert with support from USAID and Palladium.
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