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Guidelines & SOPs


Here you can find key guidelines, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical resources that support Afghanistan's polio eradication efforts. These documents promote standardized practices and support effective programme implementation.

 

Programme Operations

Resources supporting the planning, coordination, implementation, and monitoring of polio eradication activities.


Best Practices for Planning a Vaccination Campaign for an Entire Population


Best Practices in Microplanning for Polio Eradication


Operational Guidelines for Transit Strategy during Polio SIAs


Independent Monitoring Guidelines


2025 Afghanistan Polio Program Comprehensive Pull Strategy

 

Vaccination & Vaccine Management

Resources supporting vaccine management, cold chain systems, and safe vaccination practices.

Cold Chain Logistics and Vaccine Management during SIAs

Novel Oral Polio Vaccine (nOPV2) Management, Monitoring, Removal and Disposal

Use of fIPV in SIAs

 

Surveillance

Resources supporting the detection, monitoring, and reporting of poliovirus transmission.

Global Guidance for Conducting Acute Flaccid Paralysis (AFP) Surveillance in the Context of Poliovirus Eradication

Guidelines for Implementing Poliovirus Surveillance among PIDs

Field Guidance for the Implementation of Environmental Surveillance

 

Outbreak Preparedness & Response

Resources supporting outbreak assessment, investigation, coordination, and response activities.

Polio Outbreak Response Assessment (OBRA)

Standard Operating Procedures for Responding to a Poliovirus Event or Outbreak

 

Community Engagement & Communication

Resources supporting community engagement, social and behavior change, and communication activities to strengthen vaccine acceptance.

Digital Community Engagement Strategy 2025–2026

SBC Guidance for Strengthening Religious Engagement in Polio Outbreak Response and Routine Immunization

Social and Behavior Change (SBC) Guidance