Center for Evidence-synthesis, support & Development in Africa

Center for Evidence-synthesis, support & Development in Africa

Bridging the Gap: Research to Policy in Africa

Bridging the Gap: Research to Policy in Africa

Bridging the Gap: Research to Policy in Africa

Mission

Mission

Mission

To drive evidence-informed decision-making in Africa by ensuring access to high-quality policy-relevant evidence, empowering policymakers and programmers, and fostering collaboration for equitable and sustainable development.

To drive evidence-informed decision-making in Africa by ensuring access to high-quality policy-relevant evidence, empowering policymakers and programmers, and fostering collaboration for equitable and sustainable development.

Vision

Vision

Vision

To be Africa’s premier Hub to advance evidence-informed policy and development.

Core Values

Core Values

Core Values

Our work is anchored in integrity, professionalism, and ethical practice. We achieve high-impact policy outcomes through a dedication to excellence, utilizing participatory and collaborative frameworks that bring diverse voices to the table.

Reliable,Validated, Fast

Reliable,Validated, Fast

Reliable,Validated, Fast

Empowering institutions, policymakers and leaders

through capacity building and mechanisms for Evidence-informed policymaking and decision-making

Empowering institutions, policymakers and leaders through capacity building

and mechanisms for Evidence-informed policymaking and decision-making

We provide training programs and workshops to enhance the skills and knowledge on evidence -informed decision making


We deliver training programs and mentorship initiatives that equip stakeholders from various sectors including researchers, policy makers and knowledge intermediaries with the skills to generate, interpret, and apply evidence in decision-making processes, ensuring inclusivity and sustainability.


We focus on developing strong capabilities in evidence synthesis, translation, and communication.


We offer mentorship programs to nurture emerging leaders in evidence-informed decision-making with a goal to shape future leaders who prioritize evidence-based approaches for sustainable and equitable development

We provide training programs and workshops to enhance the skills and knowledge on evidence -informed decision making


We deliver training programs and mentorship initiatives that equip stakeholders from various sectors including researchers, policy makers and knowledge intermediaries with the skills to generate, interpret, and apply evidence in decision-making processes, ensuring inclusivity and sustainability.


We focus on developing strong capabilities in evidence synthesis, translation, and communication.


We offer mentorship programs to nurture emerging leaders in evidence-informed decision-making with a goal to shape future leaders who prioritize evidence-based approaches for sustainable and equitable development

Generating, synthesizing, and translating high-quality evidence for EIDM

Generating, synthesizing, and translating high-quality evidence for EIDM

We conduct high-quality evidence generation-design and implement rigorous research studies, evaluations, and surveys to generate credible and relevant evidence for

addressing complex development challenges


We undertake systematic evidence synthesis - Aggregate and analyze existing research through systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and rapid reviews among other methods to provide comprehensive insights on critical policy and programmatic issues.


Prepare knowledge translation products – develop policy briefs, evidence summaries, and interactive tools that transform complex evidence into accessible and actionable formats tailored to decision-makers

We conduct high-quality evidence generation-design and implement rigorous research studies, evaluations, and surveys to generate credible and relevant evidence for

addressing complex development challenges


We undertake systematic evidence synthesis - Aggregate and analyze existing research through systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and rapid reviews among other methods to provide comprehensive insights on critical policy and programmatic issues.


Prepare knowledge translation products – develop policy briefs, evidence summaries, and interactive tools that transform complex evidence into accessible and actionable formats tailored to decision-makers

Strengthen cross-sectoral, multi-stakeholder collaborations to enhance evidence generation, translation, and utilization for equitable and sustainable development

Strengthen cross-sectoral, multi-stakeholder collaborations to enhance evidence generation, translation, and utilization for equitable and sustainable development

We establish and strengthen networks and communities of practice to foster collaboration among researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders.


We organize convenings, dialogues, and platforms for sharing knowledge, experiences, and best practices.


We co-create knowledge with stakeholders to ensure relevance, ownership, and impact.

We establish and strengthen networks and communities of practice to foster collaboration among researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders.


We organize convenings, dialogues, and platforms for sharing knowledge, experiences, and best practices.


We co-create knowledge with stakeholders to ensure relevance, ownership, and impact.

Change stars with you.

Change stars with you.

The Center for Evidence Synthesis, Support, and Development in Africa (CESDA) is an innovative private limited company established as an independent initiative by a team of champions in evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) with extensive experience in the field.

The Center for Evidence Synthesis, Support, and Development in Africa (CESDA) is an innovative private limited company established as an independent initiative by a team of champions in evidence-informed decision-making (EIDM) with extensive experience in the field.

Let's Partner Up.

Let's Partner Up.

Phone Number

+251947999900

+251947999922

Adress

Arada Subcity, Woreda 4, H.No

New Addis Ababa

Email Address

info@cesdaf.org

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