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HHR’s Maternal Immunization Study team participated in the 2nd Annual Maternal Immunization Network in Africa and Asia (MIRINA) meeting, which was held from February 24th to 28th, 2025, in Johannesburg, South Africa. This year’s theme, “Country-led pathways to maternal vaccine readiness: preparing for new vaccines,” focused on co-creating an evidence-driven national maternal immunization demand strategy.

Dr. Barbara Mahon, Deputy Director of Surveillance and Epidemiology at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, visited HHR. During her visit, Dr. Mahon observed on site hospital and community engagement activities at both the Haramaya and Harar sites. The HHR team also provided an overview of ongoing multidisciplinary initiatives and collaborative efforts aimed at influencing