During this initial exploratory phase, we were focused on understanding the stakeholder landscape within the two respective countries of focus: the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Nigeria. We were specifically interested in engaging with key actors that operate within the various levels of government, as well as with partnering organizations that are involved in the implementation of Child Health programming.
The initial scoping trip provided us with a strong foundation or a general understanding of the healthcare landscape in both country contexts. This includes how communication flows between stakeholders, as well as a how decision-making operates and influences technical assistance activities on a broader level. The general themes and insights that emerged during this first exploratory phase will be used to inform the design of the upcoming stakeholder engagement workshops.