WHI-SL staff recording field data and health samples during a research session
WHI-SL Program

Health Research Program

Using surveys, evaluations, and studies to support evidence-based action.

Overview

The Health Research Program generates the knowledge and evidence that drives WHI-SL's work. Through surveys, evaluations, health studies, and research partnerships, we build the evidence base for locally relevant health interventions in Sierra Leone.

The Challenge

Why this program matters

Without reliable local health data, communities and organisations cannot design interventions that truly meet people's needs.

WHI-SL staff recording field data and health samples during a research session
What We Do

Key Focus Areas

Focus Area 01

Surveys and evaluation

A core area of WHI-SL's health research work.

Focus Area 02

Health studies and researches

A core area of WHI-SL's health research work.

Focus Area 03

Evidence-based innovation

A core area of WHI-SL's health research work.

Focus Area 04

Research partnerships

A core area of WHI-SL's health research work.

How We Work

Activities

Program

Capacity Building

Community health surveys and data collection

Program

Community Education

Programme monitoring and evaluation

Program

Screening & Counselling

Collaboration with research institutions

Program

Community Health Support

Publication and dissemination of findings

Program

Technical Support

Evidence briefs and policy recommendations

Expected Results

Intended Outcomes

Stronger evidence base for community health programming

Improved programme effectiveness through evaluation

Contributions to national and regional health knowledge

Informed policy and decision-making processes

WHI-SL staff member at a desk working with documents and a laptop

Field Notes

Stories, lessons, and reflections from health research work.

This space is used to document what WHI-SL learns in community meetings, outreach sessions, and follow-up support so the program stays practical and grounded.

Partners

Working Together for Change

WHI-SL collaborates with ministries, health teams, schools, police, transport groups, media, and international partners highlighted in the launch gallery.

Bo District Local Governance and Leaders

Government

Local NGOs and Community-Based Organizations

Community

Ministry of Health and Sanitation (MOHS)

Health

Ministry of Social Welfare - Bo District

Government

Bo City Council

Government

Traditional Leaders

Community

Grand Challenges Canada (GCC)

International Funder

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