Household Surveys for Program Evaluation in LMICs

Dr. Abdoulaye Maïga is an Assistant Scientist in the Department of International Health at Johns Hopkins University School of Public Health. With extensive experience in evaluating reproductive, maternal, newborn, and child health (RMNCH) programs, he has coordinated large-scale evaluations across Sub-Saharan Africa. His expertise includes demography, household surveys, and health facility assessments. Dr. Maïga’s research aims to enhance the planning, monitoring, and evaluation of health programs in low- and middle-income countries.

Talata Sawadogo-Lewis is a Research Associate at Johns Hopkins University, where she focuses on the evaluation of maternal and child health programs in low- and middle-income countries. Her work emphasizes health equity, particularly gender equity, in health initiatives. Talata is experienced in both qualitative and quantitative research methods, contributing to the development of assessment tools and conducting surveys that inform health program planning. Her research aims to enhance the effectiveness of health interventions and ensure that they address the needs of diverse populations.In addition to her research, Talata teaches courses such as "Household Surveys for Program Evaluation in LMICs" and "Measuring and Modeling Impact in Evaluations" on Coursera. Her commitment to improving health outcomes through rigorous evaluation practices makes her a valuable contributor to the field of public health.

Dr. Melinda K. Munos is an Assistant Professor in the Department of International Health at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where she focuses on large-scale effectiveness evaluations of health programs in low- and middle-income countries. With a PhD and Master of Health Science (MHS) in International Health from Johns Hopkins, along with a Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences from Stanford University, Dr. Munos has developed a strong foundation in health program evaluation and measurement. Her research aims to improve maternal, newborn, and child health and nutrition by enhancing the methodologies used to assess health interventions.In addition to her research endeavors, Dr. Munos teaches courses such as "Analysis and Interpretation of Large-Scale Programs" and "Household Surveys for Program Evaluation in LMICs" on Coursera. Her work has been recognized for its impact on public health policy and practice, particularly in the context of improving healthcare delivery systems in resource-limited settings.

Dr. Ashley L. Sheffel is an Assistant Scientist at the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, specializing in global health monitoring and evaluation. With a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree, her research focuses on improving maternal and child health in low-resource settings through effective evaluation methods and health system assessments. Dr. Sheffel has extensive experience in developing health facility assessment tools and conducting surveys that generate critical data for health program planning, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. Her work aims to enhance the measurement of quality of care for maternal, newborn, and child health interventions.In addition to her research, Dr. Sheffel teaches the course "Household Surveys for Program Evaluation in LMICs" on Coursera, where she equips students with the skills needed to design and implement effective surveys that inform public health initiatives. Her commitment to capacity building and evidence-based policymaking positions her as a key contributor to advancing global health outcomes.