PUBLIC HEALTH RESEARCH SOCIETY NEPAL

About Organization

The Public Health Research Society Nepal (PHRSN) is a non-governmental, not-for-profit organization established in 2010 by a group of socially committed public health researchers, professionals, and academicians. As a multidisciplinary organization, PHRSN focuses on generating evidence-based policies and sustainable solutions to improve the quality of life for marginalized communities. Guided by a commitment to innovation and social impact, we strive to address critical societal challenges, ensuring sustainable livelihoods and fostering resilience in underserved populations.

Our work spans various sectors, including public health, hygiene and sanitation, WASH, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) disaster management, epidemic and outbreak prevention, education, and gender mainstreaming. We adopt people-centered and environmentally sustainable approaches to development, emphasizing active community participation. Key initiatives include livelihood support to enhance skills and expand opportunities, child-focused programs promoting education and basic rights, and gender-based sensitization efforts that integrate women into the development process while fostering self-reliance and empowerment.

At PHRSN, we envision a society where every individual has access to the resources and opportunities needed for a dignified and sustainable life. Through our multidisciplinary approach, we aim to create lasting change by addressing pressing needs and empowering communities to overcome challenges with innovative and practical solutions.

Our Expertise

At PHRSN, we excel in delivering end-to-end research and evaluation studies with a strong focus on Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI) principles. Our proven expertise ensures that marginalized voices are actively incorporated into the development of inclusive, evidence-based solutions, creating a foundation for equitable and sustainable progress.

Our work spans a diverse range of program activities, including project-based research, monitoring, and evaluation. We specialize in designing and implementing needs assessments, baseline and end-line studies, and impact evaluations to measure the effectiveness of development programs. Through a participatory approach, we ensure that communities and stakeholders are engaged at every stage, enabling tailored, actionable outcomes that drive positive change.

PHRSN utilizes qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research to address complex challenges across multiple sectors. Our expertise includes participatory action research, clinical trials, which empower communities to co-create solutions; operational research, focused on optimizing program delivery; and implementation research, bridging the gap between policy and practice. Our robust monitoring and evaluation (M&E) framework supports continuous learning and accountability, helping stakeholders refine programs and achieve impactful results.

Strategic Plan

Bridge Knowledge Gaps in Health Systems: PHRSN is committed to addressing gaps within the health system by leveraging interdisciplinary, multidimensional, and multi-determinant approaches. We aim to tackle cross-cutting health issues and share valuable research and development experiences that contribute to evidence-based policy and practice.
Empower Youth for the Development Sector: We prioritize equipping young individuals with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the development sector. Through capacity-building programs, mentorship, and training, we prepare aspiring professionals to contribute effectively to sustainable development initiatives.
Propose Evidence-Based Solutions for Social and Health Challenges: PHRSN works to identify critical social and health issues in Nepal and develop well-planned, evidence-based approaches to address ongoing challenges. Our goal is to provide innovative and actionable solutions that create lasting impacts at the community and policy levels.
Foster Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Development: PHRSN aspires to collaborate with national and international alliances, including the Government of Nepal, unilateral and bilateral organizations, multilateral agencies, and UN bodies. By fostering partnerships, we aim to amplify our efforts, drive systemic change, and support actions that align with global development goals.