SCOPH
Public Health
SCOPH
Standing Committee On Public Health
Advancing population health through evidence-based interventions, health policy advocacy, and disease prevention initiatives across Tanzania.
Public Health
Advancing population health through evidence-based interventions, health policy advocacy, and disease prevention initiatives across Tanzania.
The Standing Committee On Public Health (SCOPH) is committed to addressing the most pressing health challenges facing our communities through population-based approaches, health policy advocacy, and evidence-based interventions. We focus on preventing disease, promoting health, and reducing health inequalities across Tanzania.
SCOPH works at the intersection of medicine and society, addressing social determinants of health, environmental health concerns, and health system strengthening. Our initiatives span from local community health programs to national policy advocacy, always guided by the principles of health equity and social justice.
Rapid response system for disease outbreaks combining surveillance, early warning systems, and community mobilization for effective epidemic control.
Comprehensive WASH program improving access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and hygiene education in rural communities.
Building resilient health systems to address climate-related health challenges including vector-borne diseases and extreme weather events.
Collaborating with tech companies to develop mobile health solutions for remote monitoring and telemedicine.
Working with government agencies to pilot innovative health policies and evaluate their effectiveness.
Empowering communities to conduct their own health research and develop locally appropriate solutions.
Participate in cutting-edge public health research projects that inform policy and practice.
Join our advocacy efforts to influence health policies at local, national, and international levels.
Lead community-based public health interventions and help strengthen health systems.