Cervical cancer is the fourth most common type of cancer among women globally, with approximately 90% of related deaths occurring in developing countries, including Bangladesh. In Bangladesh, cervical cancer is the second most common cancer among women. To address this, the government has prioritized cervical cancer prevention by including the HPV vaccine in its immunization program. The initiative began in Gazipur district with GAVI's support in 2016-2017. Following its success, the national vaccination program's first phase launched in Dhaka Division in October-November 2023, reaching 75% of the target population. Building on this, the government plans to expand the campaign to the remaining seven divisions - Chittagong, Khulna, Mymensingh, Rajshahi, Barisal, Sylhet, and Rangpur from October 24 to November 24, 2024.

The primary focus of the campaign is to vaccinate girls aged 10 to 14 years, particularly those in grades 5 to 9, to protect them from HPV. With a target population of approximately 6.2 million girls across the seven divisions, this campaign marks a crucial step in Bangladesh's ongoing efforts to combat cervical cancer. As the vaccination program is aimed at the local level, community involvement is essential for its success. Local leaders, including religious figures and health workers, plays a critical role in raising awareness, dispelling myths, and encouraging families to participate in the vaccination drive.