There are clear challenges to achieving the eradication of chronic viral hepatitis in the Asia Pacific. These include preventing further transmission; ensuring that people infected with the virus are diagnosed and have access to clinical management for the condition; and ensuring that the health workforce has the skills and resources to respond to people with or at risk of the virus. CEVHAP’S key strategic focus is to improve public policy to change how viral hepatitis is managed across Asia Pacific. We will do this through
- Advocacy – being an independent voice, connecting with other stakeholders, civil society and governments in calling for a better response to viral hepatitis
- Policy Development - conducting evidence-based policy and associated research to address data gaps and inform the development of public policy
- Education - building capacity at a local level by supporting
local advocates with tools and knowledge to support their advocacy work