Ebola Outbreak, Liberia: Communication: Challenges and Good Practices

This report, based on the ACAPS Ebola project in Liberia, examines the role of communication in containing the 2014 Ebola outbreak. The authors analyze communication challenges and good practices, emphasizing the importance of community engagement in disseminating information and promoting behavior change. Key findings highlight the effectiveness of radio as a communication channel, the importance of involving anthropologists to tailor messages to cultural contexts, and the crucial role of faith leaders in influencing community behavior.

Source: Assessment Capacities Project (ACAPS)

Date of Publication: August 12, 2024