Who We Are

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Overview

EVIHDAF is an Africa-based research and development organization that serves the West and Central Africa region with the aim of strengthening the evidence base for sustainable human development. We strive to enhance global, national and local initiatives to become more efficient, effective and cost-effective at improving population health and well-being.

Founded in 2017, we bring together a multidisciplinary team of English and French speaking researchers who combine innovative thinking and rigorous approaches with the ability to think globally, and the expertise to act local. Regional and global consultants, most connected to universities, and others to local research agencies, complement our team.

Headquartered in Yaoundé, Cameroon, we have a USAID-funded project office in Niamey, Niger, and a Data Satellite Unit in Parakou, Benin.

Our Mission

Build, strengthen and expand the evidence base for sustainable human development systems in Africa.

Our Vision

African institutions and communities have agency to generate and use evidence to transform human development systems.

A word from CHAIRMAN

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Executive Director

Jean Christophe Fotso, PhD

We value programs that support women’s and girls’ empowerment, bridge equity gaps and encourage the participation of target communities and beneficiaries.

Our Principles & Values

Excellence in our practices
Our commitment to excellence is unwavering, and we go above and beyond to ensure that our clients receive the highest level of service possible.
Teamwork to optimize our capacity
With collaboration as our guiding principle, we believe that together we can achieve more than any individual effort.
Accountability to our partners
We strongly believe that being accountable to our partners is the key to maintaining trust and building long-lasting relationships with them.
Objectivity of our thinking & findings
We recognize that objectivity requires diligence, discipline, and a relentless pursuit of the truth, and we are fully committed to upholding these values in all of our endeavors.
Integrity of our methods
We strive to maintain the highest level of professionalism and integrity in all our dealings, and we are dedicated to constantly improving our processes and procedures.
Responsiveness to our clients’ needs and expectations
We believe that fostering strong relationships with our clients is key to achieving their goals, and we are always willing to go the extra mile to make that happen.