Applying Human-Centered Design to Replicate an Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Intervention: A Case Study of Binti Shupavu in Kenya

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By Nancy Njoki, Meghan Cutherell, Abednego Musau, David Mireri, Alex Nana-Sinkam and Mary Phillips If something works in one place, it should work in another…right? In public health, it’s not usually that simple. Different people, different health systems, and different challenges mean evidence-based practices do not always translate easily. In a new article from Global Health Science and Practice, we share […]

Applying Human-Centered Design to Replicate an Adolescent Sexual and Reproductive Health Intervention: A Case Study of Binti Shupavu in Kenya

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If something works in one place, it should work in another…right? In public health, it’s not usually that simple. Different people, different health systems, and different challenges mean evidence-based practices do not always translate easily. In a new article from Global Health Science and Practice, we share A360’s experience using human centered design as a framework to guide replication efforts for girl-centered, SRH programming in Kenya.

Transitioning from Implementer to TA Provider: The Tensions and Benefits of a Necessary Approach to Scale-up through Public Sector Institutions

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It is imperative that the development community move beyond boutique, unscalable program designs towards sustainable scale-up of promising interventions, particularly through the public sector. However, pursuing sustainable scale through the public sector often puts organizations at cross-roads. The transition from direct project implementer to technical assistance (TA) provider, capacitating the government and system to own and be accountable for implementation, is a necessary approach to achieving sustainable scale.