Our Partnership Network

The PROMISE Consortium brings together leading research institutions, government agencies, and utilities across seven countries, united by a shared commitment to evidence-based sanitation and hygiene decision-making.

Together, We Are Stronger

Our partners represent diverse expertise in public health, environmental engineering, social sciences, policy, and implementation—creating a powerful network for transformative change.

Partnerships are crucial to achieving lasting systems change. We believe in putting the people and communities we work for at the centre of our work and co-creating solutions with them.

10
Countries
4
Regions
3
Continents
17+
Partner Organizations

Our partners bring strengths that complement our own so that together, we can make a bigger and more lasting difference for more people. Our partnerships are built around shared values and goals that guide how we work together.

Founding Partners by Country

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BANGLADESH

Environmental Interventions Unit, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b)
Environmental Interventions Unit, International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research, Bangladesh (icddr,b)
Research leadership, epidemiology expertise
ITN-BUET Centre for Water Supply and Waste Management / Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
ITN-BUET Centre for Water Supply and Waste Management / Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology
Engineering and training partner
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GHANA

Training, Research and Networking for Development (TREND) Group
Training, Research and Networking for Development (TREND) Group
Research and training leadership
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KENYA

African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
African Population and Health Research Center (APHRC)
Research leadership, informal settlement focus
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MALAWI

University of Business & Applied Sciences
University of Business & Applied Sciences
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SENEGAL

Pan African Consortium of Experts (PACE)
Pan African Consortium of Experts (PACE)
Regional research leadership, francophone Africa coordination
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TANZANIA

University of Dar es Salaam
University of Dar es Salaam
Research leadership, academic partner
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UGANDA

KCCA
KCCA
Makerere University College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT)
Makerere University College of Engineering, Design, Art and Technology (CEDAT)
Engineering and technical expertise
Makerere University School of Public Health
Makerere University School of Public Health
Consortium Secretariat, research leadership, capacity building
Ministry Of Health
Ministry Of Health
Ministry of Water and Environment
Ministry of Water and Environment
Policy partner and government leadership
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UNITED KINGDOM

Strafklide University
Strafklide University
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UNITED STATES (Global Technical Leadership)

Emory University, Center for Global Safe WASH
Emory University, Center for Global Safe WASH
Co-Principal Investigator, technical leadership, global coordination
University of North Carolina
University of North Carolina
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ZAMBIA

University of Zambia, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
University of Zambia, Department of Civil & Environmental Engineering
Academic and research partner
Zambia Institute of Environmental Health
Zambia Institute of Environmental Health
Professional training and practice leadership

Partner Roles & Expertise

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Research & Evidence Generation

Partners conduct field research, environmental sampling, behavioral assessments, and technology evaluations to generate actionable evidence.

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Capacity Building

Universities and training institutions develop curricula, mentor researchers, and strengthen laboratory capabilities.

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Policy Integration

Government agencies ensure research findings inform policy frameworks and regulatory guidelines.

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Implementation

Utilities and agencies pilot interventions and translate evidence into improved service delivery.

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Technical Leadership

Global partners provide methodological guidance, quality assurance, and facilitate cross-country learning.

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Advocacy & Dissemination

All partners contribute to knowledge sharing through publications, conferences, and stakeholder forums.

Join Our Partnership Network

The PROMISE Consortium welcomes new partners committed to advancing evidence-based sanitation and hygiene.

Full Membership
Affiliate Partnership
Technical Collaboration
Policy Engagement
Funding Partnership