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Mama Achieng's Journey: How Community Health Champions are Transforming Lives

In this inspiring feature story, we follow Mama Achieng, a 65-year-old grandmother from Kakamega County, whose life was transformed through our ElderCare Initiative. From struggling with malnutrition to becoming a community health advocate, her journey exemplifies the power of community-centered health interventions.

Mama Achieng's story is not just about receiving support, but about empowerment and transformation. Through our program, she not only regained her health but also became a community leader, mentoring other elderly women and advocating for better health services in her village.

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Bridging the Gap: Translating Complex Research into Community Action

How do we make complex health research accessible and actionable for communities? This article explores our unique approach to research translation and the challenges of making evidence work for people in real-world settings.

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Innovation in Low-Resource Settings: Lessons from Kenyan Communities

True innovation isn't about having the latest technology, but about creative problem-solving with available resources. Discover how Kenyan communities are developing innovative health solutions with limited resources.

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The Role of Evidence in Shaping Health Policy in Kenya

How can research evidence effectively inform health policy decisions? This article examines the intersection of research, advocacy, and policy-making in Kenya's health sector.

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A Day in the Life of a Community Health Researcher in Western Kenya

Join our field researcher as they navigate the realities of community-based research in rural Kenya - from early morning village visits to late-night data analysis, and everything in between.

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Youth Empowerment: How Young Kenyans are Leading Health Innovation

Meet the young innovators in our Innovation Pipeline program who are developing creative solutions to health challenges in their communities, proving that age is no barrier to making a difference.

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Cultural Competence in Health Research: Lessons from Kenyan Communities

Why understanding local culture is essential for effective health research and intervention. This article explores the importance of cultural competence in community health work.

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