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RATIONAL

Financial diversity refers to the allocation of funds obtained from various sources to support
the development and implementation of health literacy initiatives. This includes efforts to
strengthen the healthcare system to be more accessible and available to individuals with lower
levels of health literacy in order to enhance their engagement in pro-health behaviours.

The diversified financial resources go beyond allocations for infrastructure development are
required supports the overall health literacy initiatives, including empowering the healthcare
ecosystem through capacity building, accelerating comprehensive infrastructure development,
developing smart integrated data systems, transforming health communication, and ensuring
the integrity of strategic network values. These financial resources may not necessarily rely
solely on the government but also come from other agencies such as the private sector, NGOs
and the community itself.

DESIRED RESULTS

The effective implementation of health literacy initiatives requires financial resources from
various sectors. Apart from funding from the government, the private sector, welfare bodies,
and community groups also actively contribute to financing initiatives that support health
literacy. This collaboration ensures a sustainable and holistic approach in efforts to sustain
health literacy.

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