Who We Are
The Immunization Partnership (TIP) leverages a collective knowledge and an unmatched expertise that puts us in the unique position to not only be an effective voice at the Texas Legislature, but to show how others can use their voice, too.
The Immunization Partnership has a goal to identify and equip Immunization Champion teams in all 10 Texas regions by 2025
Our Mission
The Immunization Partnership advocates for disease prevention using an impactful network of vaccine champions who promote education and evidence-based public policy on the health benefits of childhood and adult vaccinations. TIP aspires to be the trusted resource for increasing immunization rates to create healthier communities.
Our Strategy
Texans want to be protected from disease. Vaccine Champions from across the state help us advocate for public policy that protects our fellow citizens against preventable disease through increased immunization access and rates.
We will engage and activate pro-vaccine influencers in key communities to inspire fact-based vaccine decision-making through trusted sources. Our work is focused on inclusivity, equity, and safety for all Texans.
Our Origins
The Immunization Partnership (TIP) evolved from a partnership originally dedicated to supporting the Houston-Harris County Immunization Registry.
In response to a measles epidemic in the 1990’s, Dr. Ralph Feigin founded the Houston-Harris County Immunization Registry (HHCIR), so that providers could better assess the immunization status of children and treat them accordingly. In 2008, this local registry was transitioned to the statewide system called ImmTrac, and Dr. Feigin’s ultimate goal of providing one consolidated database of immunizations for Texas was achieved. The HHCIR Board of Directors determined that an even larger impact could be made to increase immunization rates in the community, so a decision was made to expand its range of services. The Board developed a new name, The Immunization Partnership, and a new mission that truly reflected the broader scope of the organization.
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