1. XDR/MDR-TB Response Sub Group on Advocacy and Resource Mobilization
ACSM for XDR Task Force (time limited)

2. ACSM & Response Plan Patients' Charter International Standards
Communication Updates
General Advocacy Pack
Technical Assistance
Training Materials - Consultants
Important Events

3. ACSM & Response Plan
Advocacy: to place XDR-TB control high on the political agenda, foster political will & increasing financial and other resources
Communication: to exchange information about XDR-TB, informing and creating awareness
Social Mobilization: to bring together allies to raise awareness and demand for program needs, assist in delivery of services

4. Challenges Messaging ACSM capacity at country level is low
Consistent, targeted
Stigma
General awareness
ACSM capacity at country level is low
Adapting materials to local context
Operational research
Best practices

5. Concrete Action Steps?
Input - PATH Toolkit (Assessments) ?