Tracking Community Perceptions: A vital voice in curbing the spread of COVID-19 and other infectious diseases

This mixed-methods study will use an intervention called the Community Perception Tracker (CPT) to assess community perceptions during the COVID-19 outbreak around the acceptability of programmes, and behaviour change interventions on key topics, such as handwashing, in Zimbabwe and Lebanon.. Expected outcomes are improved understanding of behavioural enablers and barriers for people affected by COVID-19, to minimise infection risks, timely adaptation and increased quality of programme interventions, in line with communities' understanding, priorities and needs. Additionally, enhanced support to field teams to immediately analyse and use the data delivered through the study, and a monitoring and evaluation framework for the use of the CPT in public health programmes.