Malaria Behavior Survey

The Malaria Behavior Survey (MBS) is a standardized, validated tool developed and refined through an iterative process. The MBS is powered to assess malaria-related behaviors and a range of factors that influence those behaviors. The survey indicators are based on the RBM Partnership to End Malaria SBC Indicator Reference Guide. Multiple countries have implemented the MBS.

The conceptual model that underlies the MBS is the ideation model, which explores the psychosocial factors (called ideational factors) associated with behavioral outcomes. Understanding these factors of behaviors helps malaria program planners determine the most strategic focus of social and behavior change (SBC) activities and can also be useful for planning malaria service delivery and vector control programs. The survey is based on and builds off previous similar surveys conducted in Liberia, Madagascar, Mali, and Nigeria.