About our systems strengthening work
Health and community systems are critical and the backbone to a strong and resilient health sector. Hennet recognizes that strong systems will not only enable us to access services, but is the anchoring that keeps health sector strong and able to withstand many shocks, emergencies and pandemics.
The Community plays a big role in disease prevention, health promotion, demand creation and surveillance. This has been proven over time that grassroot and community solutions have lasting effect.
Resilient health systems are essential for enduring public health shocks such as pandemics and natural disasters. HENNET strengthens both formal health systems and grassroots community structures.
Why it matters
Our SMART advocacy training helped 32 NGOs sustain services during floods. A Garissa partner noted: ‘We now have crisis plans thanks to HENNET.’
Our resilience specialties
- Pandemic preparedness toolkits
- Climate-health adaptation guides
- Community surveillance networks
THE PROCESS
The Hennet Interventions
This framework maintained 85% service continuity during 2023 floods.
Our Distinctive Strengths
• Local-first approach: We train community champions as first responders
• Cross-learning: Our East Africa preparedness exchanges share best practices
• Dual focus: Immediate response tools + long-term system redesign