Local Partners
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Tchikos (Angola)
Tchikos specializes in project monitoring and evaluation. They conduct behavioral, biological, market, impact, and campaign studies nationwide, utilizing tools like SPSS, Stata, R, and Power BI for research design, data collection, analysis, and presentation. Tchikos has led numerous public health projects for organizations including WHO, UNAIDS, USAID, UNDP, and UNFPA, focusing on issues like HIV, maternal health, vaccination, and teenage pregnancy, to support informed decision-making.
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CERRHUD (Benin)
CERRHUD (Centre de Recherche en Reproduction Humaine et en Démographie) is a leading public research institution dedicated to improving health and well-being in Africa. It specializes in producing and disseminating high-quality health data, supporting evidence-based policy, and offering advanced training in health research. Recognized for scientific excellence and international collaborations, CERRHUD uses a participatory approach to co-create solutions with stakeholders. Notable programs include leadership training for maternal and child health and research fellowships for young professionals.
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LNAC (DRC)
Ligue Nationale Anti-Tuberculeuse et Anti-Lépreuse du Congo (LNAC) works with communities, health authorities, and policymakers to improve healthcare access, advocate for patients' rights, and promote behavioral change through communication focused on TB, leprosy and HIV/AIDS. With 14 provincial branches and a network of trained community-based organizations, LNAC offers advocacy, contact tracing, case finding, health education, sample transport, psychosocial and nutritional support, and community-led monitoring. LNAC has extensive experience managing large-scale health programs with partners like the Global Fund, USAID, WHO, and PEPFAR, and is a key civil society and health governance actor in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
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Ghana Network of TB Voice Network (Ghana)
Ghana Network of TB Voice Network (GNTBVN) is a community-based organization dedicated to TB prevention, control and elimination through treatment support, and advocacy since 2015. With over 400 active volunteers and 15 staff members, we support approximately 5,000 TB patients annually. We promote health and quality of life by supporting elimination of TB and its associated stigma in affected communities. This mission is accomplished through strategic advocacy and policy dialogues, effective social mobilization, comprehensive education programs, and sustainable partnerships with governmental and non-governmental stakeholders. We envision a TB-free country, zero TB deaths and stigma against TB patients, and universal access to prevention and care services.
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IPCA (Kenya)
IPCA (Infection Prevention & Control Associates) is a for-profit limited company with over 10 years of experience in providing technical assistance to strengthen resilient health systems. IPCA focuses on key program areas including health system strengthening, HIV, TB, malaria, quality improvement, data use for decision-making, and infection prevention and control—with an emphasis on general infection control, antimicrobial resistance and healthcare waste management.
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Paradiso TB Patients' Trust (Malawi)
Paradiso TB Patients’ Trust is a grassroots, community-based organization founded by TB survivors. It aims to improve the lives of those affected by tuberculosis and HIV/AIDS, particularly in marginalized and rural areas. Operating in over 20 communities, Paradiso mobilizes peer educators and volunteers for awareness campaigns, referral of symptomatic individuals, treatment adherence support, and stigma reduction. The organization also provides nutritional support, orphan care, and psychosocial support. Paradiso is a key civil society voice in Malawi’s national TB response, contributing to patient-led advocacy, capacity building for community-based organizations, and expanding community TB care models.
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CSM (Mozambique)
Comité para Saúde de Moçambique (CSM) is a Mozambican non-profit NGO whose mission is to promote policies and support programs that strengthen primary health care and promote social, economic, and health equity for all. CSM operates nationally and has offices in four provinces (Maputo City, Sofala, Manica, and Zambézia). CSM supports the strengthening of public sector primary health care in Mozambique, with broad and extensive experience in the areas of Maternal, Neonatal, Child and Adolescent Health, Mental Health, Immunization, HIV/AIDS, TB, Malaria, Emergency Response, Chronic and Noncommunicable Diseases, Research, Community Health, Health Systems Strengthening, Management and Leadership, Data-Driven Decision Making, Data Systems Strengthening, and Health Education.
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Fanelo Ya Mina Institute (Mozambique)
Fanelo Ya Mina Institute is a women and youth-led nonprofit that advances gender equality and positive masculinities by engaging men and boys as allies. The organization challenges patriarchal norms, promoting shared caregiving, responsible fatherhood, and gender-based violence prevention through campaigns, school programs, peer mentoring, community dialogues and advocacy. Fanelo Ya Mina also trains local leaders to address harmful gender dynamics, fostering healthier families and equitable communities by shifting norms and encouraging male accountability in social justice.
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TASO (Uganda)
The AIDS Support Organization (TASO) is Uganda’s pioneering HIV/AIDS service NGO. With over 4,000 members, TASO provides comprehensive care, including counseling, community mobilization, medical support, TB/HIV integration, lab strengthening, and advocacy. It actively contributes to TB elimination strategies, ARV and TB drug provision, community monitoring, and national policy development. Recognized for its leadership in health systems and social services, TASO continues scaling services and research across Uganda and beyond.
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UZT (Zimbabwe)
The Union Zimbabwe Trust (UZT) is a scientific NGO focused on improving health among marginalized communities. UZT designs, implements, and evaluates public health programs on TB, lung health, and non-communicable diseases, working within national priorities. It is actively engaged in integrated community TB/silicosis screening, with other risk factors such as HIV, malnutrition and alcohol misuse disorders, with funding from the Stop TB Partnership. UZT has managed multimillion grants and cooperative agreements from USAID; CDC; the Global Fund and other funding agencies.
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PRAH (Georgia)
The Partnership for Research and Action for Health (PRAH) is a non-profit focused on strengthening public health through research, training, and policy and practice. Key areas include HIV/HCV/STI, TB, and non-communicable diseases. PRAH conducts epidemiological, implementation, and health policy and systems research and offers professional courses in implementation science. PRAH collaborates with local authorities, international experts, and academia to generate evidence-based recommendations and train public health professionals, aiming to promote effective public health policy, programs, and interventions, and reduce disease burden in Georgia and the region.
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HEED (Bangladesh)
HEED empowers marginalized communities across 32 districts. Their multi-sectoral programs cover health (TB, leprosy, HIV/AIDS, WASH, nutrition), education (schools and polytechnic), economic empowerment (microfinance, agriculture, entrepreneurship), disaster response, and climate action. Implementing projects through partnering with major donors like USAID, EU, KOICA, The Global Fund, FCDO, and World Bank, they run high-impact programs, including national TB control and COVID-19 response with the Bangladesh government and BRAC. There are projects implemented with the support from HFHB and The TLM. HEED has social services like rehabilitation centers, fair trade projects, aiming for resilient, dignified, and prosperous communities.
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TB Alert India (India)
TBAI is a non-profit operating with the vision of a TB-free India. Focusing on holistic tuberculosis care, TBAI addresses medical, psychosocial, and economic barriers to TB testing and treatment. The organization augments India’s National TB Elimination Program by building community awareness, improving case detection, supporting treatment adherence, training service providers, and advocating for integration with other health priorities like HIV and diabetes. It implements outreach, care, advocacy, research, and partnerships across Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Delhi, collaborating with stakeholders to ensure no TB-affected individual is left unsupported.
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Rumah Cemara (Indonesia)
Rumah Cemara is a peer-led community organization founded by individuals who used to use drugs. It works to enhance the quality of life for people with HIV/AIDS, people who use drugs, and other marginalized populations through harm reduction, peer support, advocacy, and empowerment. The organization conducts harm reduction advocacy—including budget advocacy to secure local funding for services—and leverages community engagement tools such as sports initiatives, and public events to reduce stigma, promote legal rights, and foster inclusive, supportive environments.
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Culion Foundation, Inc. (Philippines)
CFI is a non-profit development organization founded in 1976, rooted in Culion Island's history as a colony for persons with leprosy. It addresses health (TB/leprosy, maternal/child health), environmental (marine protection, mangrove rehab), and community development challenges across the Philippines, integrating grassroots efforts with systems strengthening. CFI also conducts research, disaster preparedness, and youth education, partnering with local governments and global donors for sustainable, community-owned solutions. With 48+ years of experience, CFI is known for its evidence-based health interventions and award-winning environmental and community development programs, fostering resilient communities.
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Connected Women (Philippines)
Connected Women is a multi-awarded organization that upskills women from underserved communities for tech careers. With 2,000+ trained AI data annotation specialists, the data services business unit, Mettamatch, delivers high-quality ethical AI services at scale to global clients. Recognized globally by MIT, UN Women, and ITU, the organization also serves a 200,000-strong community of Filipino women through pioneering technology programs, advancing SDGs through responsible AI development, inclusive innovation, and women's economic empowerment.
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RIEC Intilish (Uzbekistan)
Intilish is a national NGO and info-education center operating across all 14 regions of Uzbekistan, dedicated to improving health and social protection for vulnerable populations. Working with US AID, UNODC, and local entities, Intilish supports “End TB Uzbekistan” programs providing psychological support, social assistance, counseling, and referrals for TB patients—especially children and prison-affected populations. Its broader mission includes enhancing well-being, education, and integration of those affected by infectious diseases, psychiatric conditions, addiction, and incarceration.