USAID/India Learning Hub (ILH)
Narrative Description of Project:
The USAID/India Learning Hub was a comprehensive 4-year initiative designed to strengthen the impact and reach of USAID's health programming across India. Focusing on critical areas including Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health (RMNCH+A), Tuberculosis (TB), HIV, Global Health Security (GHS), and broader Health Systems Strengthening, the program's focus was to enhance data-driven decision-making, foster a culture of continuous learning, and build the institutional capacity of local partners. Its core objectives were to enhance data-driven decision-making through advanced health analytics, expand public engagement, foster a culture of continuous learning, and build the institutional capacity of local partners. By integrating data analytics, strategic communication, and technology-enabled platforms, the Hub ensured that insights were seamlessly shared and applied ecosystem to maximize sustainable impact. As the lead, Convergent managed data requests, communications, and data visualization, while driving institutional strengthening and capacity building for USAID, its partners, and other stakeholders.
Description of Actual Services Provided:
Convergent provided strategic support across the program's core pillars:
- Health Analytics & Measurement: Implemented robust systems for health-specific data analysis and impact measurement.
- Strategic Insights & Foresight: Analyzed complex health data to generate actionable intelligence for strategic investments.
- Stakeholder Collaboration & Learning: Facilitated collaborative learning processes among implementation partners.
- Capacity Building & Institutional Strengthening: Delivered targeted training to build technical capabilities in monitoring and evaluation.
Research Methodology
The India Learning Hub operated as a multi-faceted learning and support mechanism.
- Approach
A blended methodology using data analytics, strategic communication, capacity building, and collaborative learning.
- Implementation
A partnership-driven model that used technology platforms for data integration, visualization, and knowledge sharing.
