Strategic Focus Areas
Strengthening Communities Through Evidence, Innovation, and Partnerships
At Help REACH Africa (HERA), we work alongside communities, governments, researchers, development partners, and the private sector to improve health outcomes and strengthen systems that support sustainable development.
Our approach combines research, program implementation, advocacy, capacity strengthening, and strategic partnerships to address some of the most pressing health and social challenges facing communities in Kenya.
Our Approach
HERA’s strategy is rooted in local ownership and sustainability. We work closely with national and county governments, community structures, healthcare providers, academic institutions, and development partners to design and implement solutions that are evidence-based, community-driven, and scalable.
By strengthening local systems and capacities, we support communities to lead and sustain change long after projects have ended.
Maternal, Newborn and Child Health (MNCH)
We promote quality maternal and newborn healthcare services through innovative approaches, capacity strengthening, and community engagement.
Maternal and newborn health remains a critical priority in Kenya, particularly in underserved communities where barriers to quality healthcare contribute to preventable illness and death.
Help REACH Africa works with governments, healthcare providers, communities, and development partners to strengthen maternal and newborn health services through innovative service delivery models, capacity strengthening, research, and community engagement.
- Antenatal and postnatal care
- Group Antenatal Care (G-ANC)
- Safe motherhood initiatives
- Maternal health education
- Birth preparedness
- Community health strengthening
HERA supports evidence-based maternal health interventions that improve service quality, strengthen health systems, and empower women to make informed decisions throughout pregnancy and childbirth.
Adolescent and Youth Sexual and Reproductive Health (AYSRH)
We support adolescents and young people to access accurate information, Menstrual Hygiene Management, quality services, and opportunities that promote healthy and informed life choices.
- Sexual and reproductive health education
- Adolescent health services
- Prevention of teenage pregnancy
- Youth empowerment
- Gender-responsive programming
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Adolescents and young people face unique health and social challenges that can affect their wellbeing and future opportunities.
HERA works to improve access to information, services, and supportive environments that enable young people to make informed choices about their health.
- Sexual and reproductive health education
- Prevention of teenage pregnancy
- Youth engagement
- Menstrual health
- Life skills development
- Community awareness
We collaborate with schools, communities, healthcare providers, governments, and youth-led structures to develop youth-friendly and evidence-based interventions.
Over the years, HERA has contributed to advocacy and community initiatives aimed at addressing adolescent health challenges including teenage pregnancy and access to reproductive health information.
HIV Prevention and Key Populations
We work to improve access to HIV prevention, treatment, and support services while addressing barriers that affect key populations and other vulnerable groups.
- HIV prevention
- PrEP implementation
- HIV self-testing
- Stigma reduction
- Key population programming
- Community engagement
Despite significant progress in HIV prevention and treatment, key populations continue to experience barriers to accessing quality healthcare services.
HERA works to strengthen HIV prevention efforts, improve healthcare access, reduce stigma, and support evidence-based interventions that address the needs of vulnerable populations.
- HIV prevention
- HIV self-testing
- PrEP implementation
- Stigma reduction
- Community outreach
- Capacity building for healthcare providers
- Digital health approaches
Our programs combine community engagement, healthcare worker training, implementation science, and strategic partnerships to strengthen HIV prevention and care services.
Over the years, HERA has contributed to advocacy and community initiatives aimed at addressing adolescent health challenges including teenage pregnancy and access to reproductive health information.
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs)
We contribute to improving prevention, screening, and management of non-communicable diseases through research, community engagement, and health system strengthening.
- Hypertension
- Type 2 diabetes
- Community awareness
- Early screening and diagnosis
- Capacity building for community health teams
Non-communicable diseases such as hypertension and Type 2 diabetes are an increasing public health concern in Kenya.
HERA supports research and implementation initiatives that improve awareness, screening, management, and long-term care for people living with NCDs.
- Hypertension
- Type 2 diabetes
- Community awareness
- Early screening and diagnosis
Through research, stakeholder engagement, and community health systems strengthening, HERA contributes to identifying sustainable solutions for improving NCD prevention and management.
Research and Innovation
Research is at the core of HERA’s work. We generate evidence that informs policy, improves programs, and supports the development of innovative solutions to emerging health challenges.
- Implementation science
- Public health research
- Climate and health research
- Digital health innovation
- Health systems research
- Operational research
Research is central to HERA’s mission of generating evidence that informs policy, strengthens programs, and improves health outcomes.
We collaborate with universities, governments, development partners, and communities to design and implement studies that address emerging health challenges.
- HIV prevention
- Maternal health
- Climate and health
- Non-communicable diseases
- Health systems strengthening
- Digital health
- Implementation science
- Afya na Mazingira
- R-21 NIH Study
- Energy as a Service (EaaS)
- NCD Study
- Yale University School of Nursing
- University of Toronto
- University of South Florida
- Busara Center for Behavioral Economics
Health Systems Strengthening
Strong health systems are essential for delivering quality services and improving population health outcomes.
HERA supports health systems through technical assistance, training, mentorship, advocacy, and institutional capacity strengthening
- Healthcare worker training
- Community health systems
- Service delivery improvement
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Quality improvement
- Leadership and governance
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Strong health systems are the foundation of quality healthcare services.
HERA works with national and county governments, healthcare facilities, and community health systems to improve service delivery, workforce capacity, governance, and quality of care.
- Healthcare worker training
- Quality improvement
- Monitoring and evaluation
- Community health systems
- Service delivery strengthening
- Technical assistance
We provide technical support, mentorship, supportive supervision, and capacity strengthening to improve health system performance and sustainability.
Community Capacity Strengthening and Governance
We support organizations, health facilities, community structures, and local leaders to strengthen systems, improve accountability, and enhance service delivery.
- Leadership development
- Governance strengthening
- Community participation
- Advocacy
- Organizational capacity development
- Partnership building
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Sustainable development requires strong institutions, empowered communities, and effective leadership.
HERA supports organizations, community structures, healthcare facilities, and local leaders to strengthen governance, accountability, and program effectiveness.
- Leadership development
- Governance strengthening
- Advocacy
- Organizational development
- Community engagement
- Partnership building
Our Experience
HERA has worked with county governments, community organizations, health facilities, and development partners to strengthen systems that support long-term community development and improved health outcomes.
Why Partner With HERA?
HERA brings together expertise in research, implementation, health systems strengthening, capacity building, and community engagement. Our team has successfully worked with county governments, academic institutions, development partners, healthcare providers, and community organizations to deliver impactful and sustainable interventions across Kenya.