Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026 (Ghana)

18^th May 2026

Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026 (Ghana)

EAM Consult (Ghana) is excited to announce the maiden edition of the Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026 — a multidisciplinary conference focused on advancing the production and use of health-related evidence synthesis for informed decision-making in Ghana and across Africa. This year’s conference, funded by EAM Consult, is being organized under the theme: “Strengthening Evidence Synthesis for Health Policy and Practice in Ghana.”

The conference will bring together students, researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, and policymakers to explore key concepts, processes, and practical applications in health-related evidence synthesis through plenary sessions, interactive workshops, and panel discussion.

📅 Date: Saturday, July 25, 2026.

📍 Venue: University Accommodations & Conferences (MasterCard Foundation Impact Building), Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi, Ghana.

🕗 Time: 8:00 AM GMT

🔗 Register here: Registration for Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026 [applications for in-person attendance are now closed].

📝Conference schedule: Programme Itinerary for Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026

We look forward to engaging partners and stakeholders committed to strengthening evidence synthesis capacity and evidence-informed decision-making in Ghana and Africa.

📧 For inquiries: eamparacleteconsult@gmail.com

Please see below the concept note for the Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026. STAY TUNED!

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Concept Note for Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026 (Ghana)

Theme: Strengthening Evidence Synthesis for Health Policy and Practice in Ghana

1. Background and Rationale

Evidence synthesis — particularly systematic reviews, scoping reviews, and meta-analyses — plays a critical role in informing healthcare decisions, policy development, and clinical practice. Globally, there is increasing recognition of the need to bridge the gap between research evidence and its application in real-world settings.

While primary research output has increased in Ghana and Africa, the production and integration of synthesized evidence into health policy and practice remains limited due to:

Limited local capacity in evidence synthesis methods
Inadequate training opportunities
Weak linkages between researchers and policymakers

The Evidence-In-Health Conference 2026 aims to build foundational capacity, foster collaboration, and promote the production and use of evidence synthesis in health and related sectors.

2. Goal

To strengthen capacity and promote the production and use of health-related evidence synthesis for informed decision-making in Ghana and Africa.

3. Objectives

To introduce participants to core concepts and methods of evidence synthesis
To provide foundational hands-on training in selected key steps in evidence synthesis (such as search strategy development, study screening and selection, and critical appraisal).
To showcase production and applications of health-related evidence synthesis in Ghanaian, African, and global contexts
To foster networking and collaboration among students, researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and other relevant stakeholders
To encourage the translation of evidence into health policy and practice in Ghana and Africa

4. Target Audience

Undergraduate and postgraduate students
Academics and researchers
Healthcare professionals e.g., clinicians, public health practitioners
Policymakers (Ministry of Health, Ghana Health Service)

Expected number of in-person attendees: ~100

5. Conference Format

The conference will be a 1-day in-person event structured into:

Opening ceremony and keynote
Morning plenary (foundational sessions)
Midday hands-on workshops
Afternoon thematic presentations
Networking and engagement session
Closing session

6. Key Thematic Areas

Foundations of Evidence Synthesis
Evidence Synthesis Methods
The Evidence Ecosystem
Evidence-to-policy translation
Applications in eye health, disability and rehabilitation, infectious diseases, and other related health subjects
Innovations (AI tools, automation in reviews)

7. Expected Outcomes

By the end of the conference, participants will:

Understand key concepts and processes in evidence synthesis
Gain foundational practical skills in literature searching, study screening and/or critical appraisal
Appreciate the role of evidence synthesis in policymaking and practice
Establish professional networks and collaborations

8. Expected Outputs

Conference report
Training materials and slides
Participant contact/network database
Increased interest in evidence synthesis projects among participants

9. Implementation Plan

Pre-Conference

Develop programme and identify speakers
Open registration (online)
Prepare training materials
Arrange venue and logistics

Conference Day

Deliver sessions as scheduled
Facilitate workshops and discussions
Document/video-record proceedings

Post-Conference

Disseminate report
Share materials with participants
Follow-up engagement (mailing list, future training)

10. Monitoring and Evaluation

Pre- and post-event knowledge assessment
Participant feedback forms
Attendance tracking
Evaluation of workshop outputs

11. Logistics

Venue: Large-sized Conference Room (100-seater capacity), University Accommodation And Conferences (Mastercard Impact Building), KNUST, Kumasi, Ghana
Equipment: Projector, microphones, internet access, poster boards,
Materials: Notepads, pens, posters, pull-up banners, promotional flyers and brochures
Refreshments: Tea break and lunch break

12. Sustainability and Follow-Up

Establish a community of practice in health-related evidence synthesis
Encourage student-led evidence synthesis projects via future Capacity Building for Evidence Synthesis Programme (CBESP)
Link participants to ongoing national/global initiatives
Plan future training workshops (for researchers, academics, healthcare professionals, policymakers, and other relevant stakeholders)

Flyer for advertisement

Dr. Eldad Agyei-Manu

Convener / Facilitator, Workshop B: Systematic Searching

Dr. Kwadwo Owusu Akuffo

Topic: Why Evidence Synthesis Matters for Health Policy and Practice in Ghana

Dr. Ruth McQuillan

Fraternal message from UNCOVER Applied Evidence Synthesis, University of Edinburgh, UK

Presentation topic: Rapid review of public health and social measures (PHSM) for pathogens that spread by direct contact

Professor Malcolm MacLeod

Topic: Innovations in Evidence Synthesis (Use of AI and software tools)

Dr. Adwoa Gyamfi

Topic: Foundations of Evidence Synthesis & Methods Overview

Mr. Wanok Godfrey

Topic: The Evidence Ecosystem

Dr Josephine Ampong

Topic: Low vision services in sub-Saharan Africa – a systematic review

Mr. Patrick Kwame Akwaboah

Panel Discussion Topic: Strengthening Capacity for Evidence-Informed Health Policy and Decision-Making in Ghana: Bridging Research, Training, and Practice