The launch of the AVW was coupled with the polio NID’s and Child Survival Week and chaired by the Ministry of health accompanied by the WHO and Unicef Representatives, as well as civil societies (Rotary Club International and la Commission Polio Plus Bénin, Plan International Bénin, USAID, ROBS, etc.).

The launch was held on the23 of April 2013 at Toviklin in Couffo, department where cases of vaccine refusals have been registered during campaigns. 

The WHO representative (Dr Aristide SOSSOU) emphasized on the importance of the vaccination and particularly the 3rd AVW during which Vitamin A will be administered and catch up activities will be conducted in all health facilities.