Innovation for Health
We support the transformation of African healthcare systems, enabling them to provide sustainable, high-quality healthcare.
Specialists in
Public Health
ASKAAN provides innovative and inclusive solutions to health problems in Africa.
Our commitment: To strengthen health systems by supporting governments and communities to become agents of their own development.
Committed to public health reforms and sustainable development worldwide
Caring is our passion
ASKAAN is a Senegalese non-profit founded in 2017 by public health experts with extensive experience across Africa. We empower communities to drive their own development and well-being. Our holistic approach to public health fosters innovative, inclusive, and gender-sensitive solutions for complex problems. ASKAAN identifies, develops, and implements evidence-based solutions, putting communities at the heart of improving public health.
Dr Fatou Fall Ndoye
Our values
“It’s not hard to make decisions once you know what your values are.”
~ Roy E. Disney
Innovation
Inclusion
Rigour
Humanism
Our areas of expertise
Joint studies and research
- Conducted a situational analysis of the EPI program in Guinea and Niger Republic
- Conducting LQAS and CAP surveys
Project and programme management
- Developed specific interventions to improve vaccination coverage based on MOU agreements between governments and BMGF in Guinea and Niger Republic
- Implementation of a system for transferring funds directly to beneficiaries via Mobile Money following a rigorous analysis of the money transfer environment in the countries concerned.
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Conducted a situational analysis of the EPI program in Guinea and Niger Republic
- Developed specific interventions to improve vaccination coverage based on MOU agreements between governments and BMGF in Guinea and Niger Republic
Process documentation
- Developed comprehensive documentation outlining the processes involved in the situational analysis of the EPI program in Guinea and Niger Republic.
- Created detailed procedural documents for conducting LQAS (Lot Quality Assurance Sampling) and KAP (Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices) surveys.
Capacity building & Knowledge management
- Conducted a situational analysis of the EPI program in Guinea and Niger Republic
- Developed specific interventions to improve vaccination coverage based on MOU agreements between governments and BMGF in Guinea and Niger Republic
Health Promotion & Strategic Communication
- Development strategic and operational communication plans (EPI, Family Planning, HIV, Maternal and infant Health, NCDs)
- Developed specific interventions to improve vaccination coverage based on MOU agreements between governments and BMGF in Guinea and Niger Republic
Advocacy & Resource Mobilisation
- Advocated for increased support and resources for vaccination programs in Guinea and Niger Republic based on the situational analysis findings.
- Successfully mobilized resources through strategic partnerships and collaboration with governments and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation (BMGF)
Strategic and operational planning
- Formulated strategic plans for enhancing vaccination coverage in Guinea and Niger Republic, aligning interventions with the MOU agreements between governments and BMGF.
- Developed operational plans for the implementation of specific interventions to ensure effective execution and achievement of vaccination goals.
Where we work
ASKAAN advances health in Senegal, Guinea and Niger
Through our programs, networks, and partnerships, we connect decision-makers with local stakeholders and ensure that our health solutions directly benefit the communities we serve. Thereby, we foster improved health and sustainable development across Africa.
Our impact
Penta 3 through special strategies
Penta 3 during advanced strategies
Technical working groups
They trust us
Our team's perspective
ASKAAN is a key player in the implementation of routine vaccination programmes and public health in general in West Africa. Commitment, charisma and leadership are among the values that shine through at Askaan. Technology is at the heart of our operations in order to provide innovative solutions.
Abdel Kader Dieye
We develop strategies based on the results we have in countries and we look for the best strategies to support governments in strengthening their immunization systems.
Dr Lucky Abraham
ASKAAN is a friendly, no-taboos, no-holds-barred environment, and a lot of formality too. So we’re brothers and sisters
