Research at Sightsavers

Our in-house experts carry out extensive research to ensure Sightsavers’ programmes are robust, efficient and effective.

Health care worker Ajoke supports patients with female genital schistosomiasis.

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Studies and publications

We run research studies around the world to generate evidence for our programmes, and we contribute to the global knowledge base by publishing our results in peer-reviewed journals.
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Rapid assessments of avoidable blindness

Rapid assessments of avoidable blindness (RAABs) help us understand the scale and cause of visual impairment in a country or region, so we can target our eye health programmes effectively.
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Kalpana gets her eyes tested in the Sundarbans.

Evidence gap maps

Evidence gap maps are a helpful visual tool that allow us to present available evidence and highlight gaps for future research, which can be used by academics, research institutions and policymakers.
Explore our evidence gap maps

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Eye health systems assessments

Eye health systems assessments (EHSAs) are a comprehensive review of the eye health care delivery system, based on a set methodology, on which to base system strengthening work and targeted eye health programmes.
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A older man sits in a waiting room alongside other people who have bandages on their eyes after receiving surgery.

In-house research that’s making a difference

The goal of our research is to generate evidence that our programme teams can use to improve lives around the world. Sightsavers’ research strategy aims to integrate research into programmes at every stage, from design to implementation.

About our research approach