About LISN
Building a Foundation for Sustainable Implementation Science in Africa
Our Mission
Closing the
Gap Between
Evidence and Impact
LISN brings together implementation scientists, local policymakers, and PEPFAR implementing partners to build a resilient base of in-country expertise.
We leverage implementation science methodologies to close the gap between what we know works and how effectively it is delivered onthe ground across sub-Saharan Africa.
Local Context & Ownership
Alliances are designed to respond to country-specific priorities, building lasting in-country IS expertise and leadership.
Implementation Science Focus
We leverage IS methodologies to close the gap between what we know works and how effectively it is delivered on the ground.
Multi-Sector Collaboration
Anchored in partnerships between scientists, policymakers, and PEPFAR implementing partners for maximum real-world impact.
Related Initiatives & Networks
LISN is connected to a broader community of initiatives working to strengthen implementationscience capacity, collaboration, and the use of evidence across Africa.
Adolescent HIV Prevention and Treatment Implementation Science Alliance (AHISA)
AHISA supports the use of implementation science approaches to strengthen adolescent HIVprevention, screening, and treatment in sub-Saharan Africa. The initiative brings together NIH-funded implementation scientists, program implementers, and policymakers to fostercollaboration, share evidence, and address implementation challenges.
HIGH-IRI
HIGH-IRI strengthens implementation research capacity among researchers and practitionersworking to address priority health challenges across Africa through training, mentorship, andopportunities for collaboration.