Working toward better health outcomes
Abt Associates assists countries to create more effective, equitable, and efficient systems that respond to consumer needs and improve public health. We provide comprehensive technical assistance that addresses all aspects of a country's health system — from planning and operations to policy and financing. Our staff works closely with host country governments to identify resources, challenges, and goals, and to develop workable solutions that support lasting improvements in health systems.
We employ an integrated approach to health systems strengthening (HSS,) increasing the private sector provision of products and services that complement public sector healthcare services. We also provide support for the development of country leadership and institutions to improve core health system functions such as governance, financing, service provision, investment in human resources, and health information systems. Our work contributes to initiatives to reduce infant and child mortality and morbidity, improve reproductive and maternal health, and reduce the threat of infectious diseases.
Abt Associates leads Health Systems 20/20, USAID’s flagship project for strengthening health systems worldwide.