Success Framework for Adult Immunization Partner Networks

Case Study: Connecticut Diversifying Partners within an Immunization Coalition

What was the jurisdiction’s experience with partners prior to 

using the framework? 

Connecticut is a jurisdiction with a decentralized governance model that has worked

with a medium-sized partner network: 30-50 active members of the Connecticut

Immunization Coalition (CIC) (such as adult providers, pharmacies, non-profit

organizations, local health departments, and other adult immunization stakeholders).

When they decided to use the framework, Connecticut was aiming to diversify and

strengthen these partnerships. Connecticut also aimed to expand the CIC and include

geographically representative providers serving all age groups across multiple sectors

of the state’s population.

What did this jurisdiction hope to get out of the framework?

Connecticut identified two areas with

room for growth: enhance partnerships

and improve adult vaccination

coverage. Connecticut hoped to use the

framework to focus on the first area,

enhancing and increasing the diversity

of types of existing partnerships in the

CIC (which would, in turn, help improve

adult vaccination coverage).

Flip to page 2 for more!

Connecticut focused on Phases A and B of 

the framework. See page 2 for more.

How did this jurisdiction use the framework? 

Connecticut used the framework to identify gaps in their work with the CIC. Initially, the

jurisdiction juggled shifting priorities, but was able to use the checklist and action plan to

manage multiple priorities and identify a primary need: to develop a mature vision and

set of goals to support partner initiatives. Their objective was to pull their partners,

resources, and tools together to build up their adult immunization program.
Success Framework for Adult Immunization Partner Networks

Case Study: Connecticut Diversifying Partners within an Immunization Coalition

What was achieved using the framework?

How did this jurisdiction use the framework? (continued)

Connecticut chose to focus on addressing gaps in Phases A and B: A1/A2: Define vision

and obtain input from advisory group; B2: Expand partners in network to ensure

appropriate representation; and B3: Assess needs and secure additional funding.

Connecticut then spent time reviewing Level 1, 2, and 3 recommended actions across

the comprehensive overview and took next steps, including:

By using the framework to solicit advice and expand their partner network, Connecticut

secured funding and is working towards increasing the diversity of their coalition

partners, in pursuit of helping to connect about 1,200 COVID-19 pharmacies and clinics

with existing and new coalition members such as pediatricians, pharmacies, hospitals,

federally qualified health centers, and community groups. Connecticut presented

updates on the new membership demographics to coalition members and is planning to

build a new webpage to share future updates. They have also continued to engage their

coalition partners to assess current and future goals and activities (including appropriate

resources and funding, such as using COVID-19 support funds to support workshops and

vaccination messaging activities).

• Utilize their coalition partners as an advisory group, soliciting their input on

immunization partner needs and interests;

• Map the location of all coalition partners to expand membership in a geographically

diverse way;

• Plan semiannual check-ins to revisit the framework, brainstorm new initiatives, and

assess ongoing progress;

• Set actionable goals (i.e., to improve access for adult immunizations and improve

adult immunization rates);

Connecticut plans to continue to use the framework to expand the coalition’s

membership by increasing their adult-specific partnerships.

• Assess partner needs through multiple formats of

data collection, including monthly calls, a coalition

membership survey, and a partner interests survey;

• Launch monthly meetings to review overlap areas,

share resources and information on individual

program data, and coordinate on pieces important

to program growth.

“ Using the framework helped us 

ensure that we have a more 

diverse group to provide input 

on vision/goals especially with 

a focus on health equity 

- Connecticut

”

For more information, consult the full framework here

or reach out to Connecticut’s Adult Immunization 

Coordinator, Deepa Mavani.