A Kayum Ahmed

A Kayum Ahmed is the division director for Access and Accountability at the Open Society Public Health Program in New York.

Can vaccines be allocated on antiracist terms?

A safe and effective vaccine could play a significant role in mitigating the Covid-19 pandemic. Yet, even if such a vaccine is found, it is highly unlikely that a sufficient number of doses could be produced in the next 2-3 years to ensure equitable access for everyone. So, when a Covid-19 vaccine becomes available, who should get it first?

September 7, 2020
September 7, 2020

Can vaccines be allocated on antiracist terms?

A safe and effective vaccine could play a significant role in mitigating the Covid-19 pandemic. Yet, even if such a vaccine is found, it is highly unlikely that a sufficient number of doses could be produced in the next 2-3 years to ensure equitable access for everyone. So, when a Covid-19 vaccine becomes available, who should get it first?

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