An Exploration of COVID-19 Vaccine Perspectives among Refugees in Calgary, Canada
Abstract
This study explored refugee experiences with COVID-19 vaccination in Calgary and area in 2021-2022 by interviewing refugees, sponsors of refugees and COVID-19 vaccination system stakeholders
Notes
Open access: No
Location: Calgary
Key recommendations
- Integrate culturally-responsive forms of healthcare delivery.
- Integrate barrier-reducing and hesitancy specific measures that factor in structural and systemic components of hesitancy and under-vaccination.
- Factor personal and external motivators to promote vaccine uptake and confidence.
- Engage patients at various stages to build trust.
- Form educational and outreach partnerships with private groups, community organizations, and leaders.
Key populations: refugees
Future research/gaps identified: Lack of literature discussing local refugee experience with COVID-19 vaccination systems
Key findings
Integration timeline
Community organizations
