A high-level meeting chaired by Dr. Mukhtar Ahmad Malik marked the official launch of Pakistan’s Integrated One Impact Community Platform, hosted by the Dopasi Foundation, with the objective of strengthening community engagement and improving access to care across tuberculosis (TB), HIV, and malaria services.
Addressing representatives from national health programs, development partners, and civil society, the Minister of State highlighted the platform as a transformative step toward a more inclusive, responsive, and people-centered health system. He noted that Pakistan continues to face a significant burden of communicable diseases, particularly tuberculosis, alongside ongoing challenges in controlling HIV and malaria.
While the Government of Pakistan provides free-of-cost treatment for both drug-susceptible and drug-resistant TB through the public sector, he pointed out that gaps remain due to limited awareness, stigma, delays in seeking care, and difficulties in navigating the healthcare system.
Dr. Malik said the OneImpact platform is designed to address these challenges by integrating health information, service navigation, and community feedback into a single digital interface. The platform allows patients to locate nearby health facilities, understand available services, and report issues, thereby strengthening accountability and ensuring that patient voices are heard.
He further described Pakistan’s shift toward an integrated approach combining TB, HIV, and malaria services as a reflection of the country’s commitment to innovation and health system strengthening. He emphasized the importance of patient interaction, increased awareness, inclusion of mental health components, and climate resilience in digital health solutions. He also stressed the need for strong data integration and building upon existing healthcare infrastructure to maximize impact.
Highlighting the role of partnerships, the Minister acknowledged the contributions of the Stop TB Partnership for its global leadership and the Dopasi Foundation for advancing the platform in Pakistan. He also recognized the efforts of Provincial TB Control Programs in ensuring effective service delivery at the community level.
“Free medicines save lives only when people know where to go, how to access care, and whom to turn to when they face barriers,” he said, expressing confidence that the OneImpact platform will help bridge these gaps and contribute to a healthier Pakistan.
Also speaking at the event, Aslam Ghauri, Secretary of the Ministry of National Health Services, Regulations and Coordination, emphasized the importance of leveraging digital platforms to ensure equitable, community-level access to essential health services. He reaffirmed the Ministry’s commitment to strengthening outreach and ensuring that no individual is left behind.
The launch of the Integrated OneImpact Community Platform is seen as a significant step toward empowering communities, enhancing accountability, and ensuring timely access to quality healthcare services across Pakistan.