Flagship Studies

Our most significant research initiatives — each designed to generate evidence that shapes policy, improves practice, and transforms communities.

12 active studies 10+ research partners 8 Counties represented

12

Active studies

6

Research areas

10+

Partner institutions

5

Counties

Flagship research initiatives

Each study represents a significant investment in evidence generation, implementation science, and community-centered research.

Active
Maternal & Child Health

Community-based Maternal & Child Health

Evaluating the impact of community health worker-led interventions on maternal outcomes in rural Kenya.

Kenya 2025–2026 3 partners
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Active
Mental Health

Mental health & Wellbeing

A randomized trial to reduce depression and anxiety in urban and peri-urban settings.

Kenya 2025–2027 5 partners
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Active
Health Systems

Strengthening primary care referral

Implementation research on improving referral systems between community health workers and primary care facilities in Kenya.

Kenya 2026–2027 3 partners
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Active
Non-Communicable Diseases

Community-based hypertension management

Evaluating task-sharing approaches for hypertension screening and management in primary care settings.

Kenya 2025–2028 2 partners
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Active
Nutrition Security

Community nutrition and food systems

An implementation science study addressing the dual burdens of malnutrition and food insecurity.

Kenya 2026–2027 5 partners
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Upcoming
Climate & Health

Climate adaptation and health resilience

Investigating the health impacts of climate change and evaluating adaptation strategies in vulnerable communities.

Kenya, Uganda, Ethiopia 2026–2029 4 partners
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