Overview
The RESPOND project, a
collaboration between Partners in Hope, the Ministry of Health and National
AIDS Commission, aims to identify low cost and reliable methods for identifying
priority facilities and communities for targeted HIV interventions to improve
outcomes across Malawi. The project combines geospatial mapping of HIV
prevalence and viremia with community perceptions, using human-centered design
to co-create tailored service packages and engage end-users at all stages of
the study.
Quick Facts
Participating facilities and districts by stage:
Stage 1: Geographical mapping of prevalence and Viremia
All facilities in Malawi
Stage 2: Deep dives below facility level
15 facilities in 7 districts
Stage 3: Community Archetyping
22 facilities in 8 districts
Primary Outputs
Low-cost, reliable methods of identifying priority facilities and communities for targeted HIV intervention across Malawi
Why This Matters
Public health significance: Increasing funding constraints in a low-resource setting like Malawi mean that optimization of resources is more important than ever. The health system requires precise targeting efforts to sustain gains made towards 95, 95, 95 goals. RESPOND equips health system decision makers with tools for using data to drive decisions and optimize resources.
National health priorities: RESPOND directly addresses national health priorities. MOH aims to have stronger data-driven planning and resource allocation, community engagement, integrated and person-centred services. NAC strategic plan focuses on reaching 95, 95, 95 targeted prevention/testing, key & priority populations, person-centred models and efficient resource use
Potential impact on policy or practice: Low cost, reliable and replicable methods for the Ministry of Health to use to identify where they should target resources to provide quality services precisely where needed and maximise impact and efficiencies
Contact Information
Isabella Robson - Project Coordinator
E-mail address: isabella@pihmalawi.com | IRobson@mednet.ucls.edu
Contact the MPI - Prof. Sam (smaphiri@pihmalawi.com) or Isabella to learn more or get involved