End Polio Now

Thank you to the inspiring women around the world who are helping to #EndPolio – from scientists to program leaders to vaccinators. With your support we can #MakePolioHistory.

Two vaccinators stand in a snowy landscape, wearing face masks and warm clothing. One holds a blue umbrella. Snow-covered trees and rocks are in the background. The scene is peaceful and wintry.

A child receives an oral vaccine in front of a metal gate, assisted by a person in patterned clothing. Another individual, wearing a jacket with the World Health Organization logo, observes. A third person, partially visible, stands beside the child.

Through snow❄️ and mountains⛰️, 400,000 WHO-trained polio workers immunized 45 million children during Pakistan's first national polio vaccination campaign of 2026.

🔗: https://endpol.io/4qRyzYt #EndPolio

A person in a colorful shawl is administering an oral vaccine to a child. They are holding a cooler with "End Polio Now" written on it. Another person with a badge stands nearby, and someone else in a mask is holding an infant. Two other young children stand close to the group. They are in an outdoor setting beside a brick wall.

Thanks to the generosity of Rotary members from around the world, Rotary was able to provide a grant to @who.int in Pakistan to support the vaccination of 27 million children against polio in high-risk districts.

Learn more about the grant and our work to #EndPolio: https://endpol.io/3OrHRx5

How safe is America from polio? After decades of American children routinely receiving polio vaccines, the virus that had doomed many to paralysis was nearly eliminated in the United States. But vaccine avoidance today may allow the...

As polio vaccination rates drop, the risk of polio's return rises. To resign polio to the history books for good, we must make sure that every child can be protected with polio vaccines. #EndPolio https://endpol.io/4aMFLPA

The push to #EndPolio is powered by community trust—and no one builds that trust like faith leaders.

In Nigeria, they're dispelling doubts to help every child receive vaccines during integrated campaigns, like this one supported by Global Affairs Canada and Rotary: https://endpol.io/4cyjSpS

As we prepare to say farewell to the amazing teams and athletes from the 2026 Winter Olympics, there's one team that will be continuing to compete. Team #EndPolio.

To eradicate polio for good, the world must come together as one team with one common goal: a polio-free world.

A large group of people stand and sit on a classic red double-decker bus, many wearing purple Rotary vests and holding purple items. A Rotary Club banner is displayed on the side of the bus. They are gathered on a street with bare trees in the background.

A group of people in colorful, intricate costumes are gathered at a street parade. Some are wearing sequined outfits with feathered details. A person in a purple jacket stands amidst them, smiling. Buildings and a crowd can be seen in the background.

Among an eclectic mix of floats, Kings Horses, marching bands, cheerleaders & dancing Storm Troopers, there was a curious group in purple🤔

Check out how members went Purple4Polio at the London New Year's Day parade to raise awareness for #EndPolio: https://endpol.io/4rlwxRv

GPEI-Novel oral polio vaccine type 2 by India’s Biological E achieves WHO prequalification Biological E becomes the second full nOPV2 manufacturer, alongside PT Bio Farma, providing diversified, reliable supply of this essential tool to stop variant poliovirus outbreaks.

India’s Biological E has achieved WHO prequalification and is now a full manufacturer of nOPV2. Together, we’re protecting more children in more places to #EndPolio for good. https://endpol.io/4kFVDbt

A group of people, including two individuals wearing shirts with "End Polio Now" and "Rotary" logos, are enthusiastically participating in an outdoor event. They are surrounded by others enjoying the activity, and there is a crowd and seating area in the background.

A group of players on a soccer field wearing matching uniforms. Some have t-shirts with the U Report logo and the words "Kick Out Polio." They are standing together, smiling and gesturing. The field is fenced, with trees and a building in the background.

A person wearing a "End Polio Now" shirt, smiling outdoors with a small group of people in a sunlit setting. Some individuals in the background are wearing shirts with "END POLIO" text.

A large group of people gathers on a grassy field, some wearing jerseys with "End Polio Now" printed on them. In the background, a fence and trees are visible, along with an Ethiopian flag.

In Ethiopia, young football players joined members, Rotary International President Francesco Arezzo, and partners from @unicef.org for a "Kick Out Polio" event—a powerful reminder that ending polio depends on both vaccines and community engagement. #EndPolio

Vaccine refusals ⬇️ in Pakistan
Case counts ⬇️ in Africa
Children immunized with the novel OPV type 2 vaccine ⬆️
Rotary club support for polio eradication ⬆️

The public health landscape may be evolving, but we are as firm as ever in our belief that together, we #EndPolio.

🔗: https://endpol.io/4tuc8uX

Member States of @who.int reaffirmed their collective commitment to #EndPolio for good, following extensive discussions at this week’s WHO Executive Board. The message was clear: the world remains united behind the goal of a polio-free future.

Read the recap👉 https://endpol.io/4qYTKc1

Amna Al Qubaisi, Emirati racing driver, dressed in a racing suit, smiling, with text announcing her as a new member of Team End Polio.

We're proud to welcome @Amna_Al Qubaisi to represent the UAE on Team #EndPolio! She’s joining athletes and advocates around the world to help cross the finish line and build a polio-free world for every child, everywhere. Join us at http://teamendpolio.org. #MakePolioHistory

People across the UK are urging the government to continue backing the global fight to #EndPolio. Now is not the time to step back. UK support for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative is vital to protect children at home and worldwide.

Image from the Global Polio Eradication Initiative showing an adult embracing a young child, both smiling, with a text overlay stating '90% of people across the world live in places free of wild polio.'

A heartfelt thank you to the donors of the Global Polio Eradication Initiative!

Your support helps reach 370M children each year with life-saving polio vaccines, strengthening health systems along the way. Together, we are paving the path to a polio-free world! #EndPolio

2025 was a challenging year in the fight to end polio, but we go into 2026 steadfast in our promise to #EndPolio for good.

👉Read the full year-end letter: https://endpol.io/45itOPI

Your turn to shine. Longest kick wins.

Do the challenge, spread the word, and help us protect every child: https://endpol.io/4rXNTVB

#KickOutPolio #AFCON2025

People across the UK are urging for continued support for the global fight to #EndPolio. Now is not the time to step back. UK support for the Global Polio Eradication Initiative is vital to protect children at home and worldwide from this vaccine-preventable disease.

We know Michael Essien loves a good challenge. Ready to take it on yourself?

Show us your farthest kick and challenge your football heroes and friends. Help Africa #KickOutPolio once and for all. #AFCON2025

An open letter to the Heads of State of African nations, discussing the importance of the fight against polio and urging for continued support and action, signed by well-known entities, Bruno Senna, Ronald Lefebvre Diaz, Sebastian Essen, and Nancy Khomite. The letter is decorated with stylistic elements such as headers and emphasized text for clarity.

⚽ Football teaches us that victory comes from teamwork, discipline, and belief. Ending polio requires the same. This #AFCON2025, six football legends are calling on African leaders to step up efforts to #KickOutPolio once and for all.
Read the letter online here: https://endpol.io/3XP8Xzx

Michael McGovern speaking at a lecturn

We are excited to share that Rotary member and International PolioPlus Chair Michael McGovern has been selected to be the next chair of the GPEI's Polio Oversight Board (POB)! This marks the first time a Rotary representative has chaired the POB.

🔗: https://endpol.io/4abBWVP #EndPolio

Group of people standing on stage at an event in Abu Dhabi 2025, with a backdrop displaying "$1.9 Billion pledged to end polio for every child, everywhere."

$1.9 billion committed to #EndPolio! 🎉 Global leaders united at #ADFW2025 to make a historic investment in health to help reach millions of children with life-saving vaccines and strengthen health systems.

🔗Learn more: https://endpol.io/4oKuV1E

📸: Mohamed Bin Zayed Foundation for Humanity

Musicians perform in a concert hall with a large screen displaying "END POLIO NOW."

Group of individuals being presented with a check for PolioPlus in a concert hall, with musicians in the background and attendees clapping.

Group of people gathered in a modern indoor space, listening to a speaker at the front. Several attendees are wearing red jackets with "END POLIO NOW" printed on the back.

Three individuals wearing Rotary's "End Polio Now" jackets are standing indoors near a digital display. The person on the right is speaking into a microphone.

🎶Music, unity and global purpose filled the air as Rotary clubs hosted a spectacular #WorldPolioDay benefit concert at the world-renowned Culture and Congress Centre. The concert raised enough funds to vaccinate more than 100,000 children!

🔗: https://endpol.io/4oY4mXR #EndPolio

2️⃣ BILLION doses of the novel oral polio vaccine, nOPV2, have reached children worldwide. Thanks to generous donors, partners & the frontline health workers delivering this lifesaving vaccine, we can #EndPolio everywhere.

Indonesia announces closure of polio outbreak Indonesia has officially ended its outbreak of poliovirus type 2, which arose from years of low polio immunization coverage. Nearly 60 million additional doses of polio vaccine were administered to ch...

Through the dedicated efforts of health workers, parents & communities, Indonesia has closed an outbreak of variant poliovirus! This success shows that with innovative polio vaccines and strong disease surveillance, we can #EndPolio everywhere for good.

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In recognition of the longstanding commitment of Australia to the fight to #EndPolio, we presented the Rotary Polio Eradication Champion Award to the Hon. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, which was received on his behalf by the Hon. Minister of Health and Ageing Mark Butler.

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Rotary recently recognized HRH Grand Duc Henri for his lifetime of service and his personal collaboration with Rotary in Luxembourg to #EndPolio. We are closer to a polio free world thanks to his dedicated commitment.

📷: Maison du Grand-Duc

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A vibrant mural advocating for the eradication of polio, depicted with images of children and the text "END POLIO" prominently featured.

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In Benin, a school wall has become a canvas of hope 🎨 Rotary members from Benin, Niger & Togo introduced a 150m² mural, a living story inspired by Benin’s rich culture. Created by local painters, the artwork helps raise awareness about our work to #EndPolio.

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Where history meets hope! Last week, GPEI partners & supporters gathered for a #WorldPolioDay event on Roosevelt Island, NY, near the smallpox hospital ruins. Together, we honored the progress made & renewed our commitment to make polio the second human disease to be eradicated!

Two individuals in blue shirts smiling next to a Cessna aircraft on a sunny tarmac.

Flying to #EndPolio✈️

Over 37 days, Rotary members Peter Teahen and Edwin Galkin took advocacy efforts to new heights crossing the Atlantic Ocean - calling for increased support to strengthen immunization coverage and stop polio for good.

Learn more: https://endpol.io/47w6izg

Women Hold the Key to Ending Polio for Good No child should be paralyzed by a preventable disease, writes Dr. Tunji Funsho.

In a piece for TIME, Dr. Tunji Funsho shares how women in Nigeria are driving the final push to #EndPolio. From health workers reaching children in remote areas to local leaders building trust in their communities.

🔗: https://time.com/7327662/polio-vaccine-women-health/