This document is intended to support implementation of the National Risk Communication and Community Engagement (RCCE) Strategy developed as an outcome of Ghana’s coordinated and collaborative response to communicating with the public and all stakeholders on the COVID-19 pandemic. It provides guidance on what is to be done, by who, where, and when in applying risk communication and social mobilization actions when public health emergencies arise.

The overall goal of the RCCE Strategy is to create awareness, reduce fear and misconceptions, and empower people to take preventive measures to stop the spread of the diseases. This document provides guidance on what is to be done, by who, where and when in applying risk communication and social mobilisation (RC&SM) actions when public health emergencies arise.