1. Review the structure of the healthcare system in Ireland, focusing on how adult vaccination programs are integrated into the national vaccination plan. Analyze current policies and strategies for adult vaccination, highlight political and governmental support for the expansion of immunization program. Discuss the purchase, distribution and funding of adult vaccines.
   2. Provide an overview of the epidemiology and disease burden of VPI (vaccine-preventable infections) among adults in Ireland. Explain the functioning of infectious disease surveillance and control programs in Ireland. Discuss the effectiveness of current surveillance systems in
   detecting and responding to vaccine-preventable diseases in adults.
   3. Explore the organization and delivery of adult vaccination services from different perspectives. Review the success of delivery through community-based pharmacists.
   4. Discuss the recording and reporting of vaccination data in Ireland, including coverage rate, vaccine impact monitoring and vigilance practices.
   5. Analyze the population’s vaccination demand and acceptance, addressing issues such as vaccine confidence.
   6. Present the strategies and programs implemented in Ireland to vaccinate specific adult population groups, highlighting the challenges and opportunities.
   7. Explore future prospects and potential solutions to overcome barriers and enhance adult immunization efforts in Ireland and other European countries.

This invitation-only AIB country meeting in November 2026 aims to advance a shared understanding of the current state of adult immunization in Ireland and explore how national insights can inform wider European cooperation and policy development. The purpose is to assess how adult vaccination is embedded within Ireland’s health system and to identify opportunities to strengthen
life‑course immunization in line with EU priorities.

Country meetings are organized to discuss country-specific aspects of adult immunization together with local experts. During these meetings, the board invites local academics, health care professionals, public health representatives and policy makers and representatives from the Ministry of Health to present on adult immunization strategies implemented in the country where the meeting is organized, as well as educational, communication and community initiatives aimed at increasing adult vaccine acceptance. The AIB advisors contribute both their own country’s expertise and insights gathered from previous country and technical meetings. The aim of these meetings is to
establish a collaborative network of (inter)national experts of different fields, creating a platform for the exchange of knowledge and best practices in adult immunization. The location of the country meeting is determined based on advisors’ recommendations, taking into account factors such as the political landscape, public health situation, the current state of adult immunization implementation of potential collaborations with stakeholders, and opportunities for learning.

This meeting will generate practical recommendations to support resilient, equitable adult vaccination systems aligned with EU health objectives. The meeting materials and outcomes will be disseminated widely to maximize impact across European public health communities

• Irish and European public health authorities, policymakers, academic experts, and stakeholders involved in Life-course immunization planning and delivery; 

• AIB advisors and observers

• Background document
• The background document contains background information on the topic of the meeting and a selection of scientific references. 

• Meeting agenda (pdf)