{"id":134,"date":"2025-10-09T07:01:49","date_gmt":"2025-10-09T07:01:49","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/?page_id=134"},"modified":"2026-02-06T15:25:21","modified_gmt":"2026-02-06T15:25:21","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/index.php\/about-us\/","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover page-header fade-in-on-load\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2400\" height=\"1601\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-463 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve.jpg\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve.jpg 2400w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve-1536x1025.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/02\/men-grieve-2048x1366.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 2400px) 100vw, 2400px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim-40 has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#060022\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center fade-in-left\">About Us<\/h1>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pad-5\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center w-65 margin-auto fade-in-down\">At The Africa Research Collaborative for Health (The ARC 4 Health), we are driven by a singular mission: to build credible knowledge that saves lives and improves livelihoods. Our commitment is rooted in the belief that high-quality research and data should not only inform policies but also translate into meaningful actions that reduce morbidity and mortality, especially among the most vulnerable populations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns mission is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"639\" height=\"489\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-137 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_466804286-3-1.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_466804286-3-1.png 639w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_466804286-3-1-300x230.png 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#060026\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-arc-health.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/vision-02-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-370\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Our Vision<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center w-85 margin-auto\">We envision a future where the highest quality of health data is intentionally disseminated and utilized by key stakeholders\u2014governments, policymakers, and health practitioners\u2014to drive effective interventions. By ensuring data is transformed into actionable strategies, we strive to create a lasting impact on public health and well-being across Africa.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-cover\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"535\" class=\"wp-block-cover__image-background wp-image-88 size-full\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_458635039-1-min-1024x535-1.png\" data-object-fit=\"cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_458635039-1-min-1024x535-1.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_458635039-1-min-1024x535-1-300x157.png 300w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/shutterstock_458635039-1-min-1024x535-1-768x401.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><span aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-cover__background has-background-dim\" style=\"background-color:#060026\"><\/span><div class=\"wp-block-cover__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-cover-is-layout-constrained\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-arc-health.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/vision-01-1-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-374\"\/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Our Mission<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center w-85 margin-auto\">As a dedicated group of African researchers, we generate robust local evidence that informs national policies, health guidelines, and service delivery practices. We work collaboratively with governments and health partners to ensure that our research findings lead to culturally appropriate and sustainable solutions. With a long-term, infinite mindset, we manage resources wisely to create an enduring platform that empowers individuals and communities to thrive.\u2028<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group values\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"U.S. Ambassador Visits CHAMPS Lab in Makeni\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" 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allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"CHAMPS Data Saving Children\u2019s Lives in Sierra Leone\" width=\"640\" height=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ilgoj6kMUcE?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\"><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pad-top-2 pad-5-sides\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center font-light fade-in-down has-medium-font-size\"><strong>OUR CORE VALUES<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group values\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fac900\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-arc-health.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/inspiration-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-367\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Contributors &amp; Innovators<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">We do not merely consume resources\u2014we add value to every interaction, striving to advance knowledge and solutions.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#a9d340\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"150\" height=\"150\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/public-service-150x150-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-139\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;width:48px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Service-Oriented:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">Our work is not just about generating knowledge\u2014it is about serving the most underprivileged communities and addressing their needs holistically.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fac900\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"256\" height=\"256\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/group.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-141\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/group.png 256w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/group-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 256px) 100vw, 256px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Total Person Concept<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">We recognize the multifaceted nature of human well-being\u2014body, soul, and spirit\u2014and collaborate to address both direct health concerns and social determinants of health.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#a9d340\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"http:\/\/arc-health.lndo.site\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/united.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-126\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Collaboration:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">We believe that solving complex health challenges requires strong partnerships with like-minded organizations and stakeholders.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#fac900\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/dev-arc-health.pantheonsite.io\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/pray-1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-368\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>A Higher Calling:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">We see our work as a divine mission that transcends personal gains, dedicated to the greater good.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column fade-in-down is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group value-block has-background\" style=\"background-color:#a9d340\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"271\" height=\"271\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cycle.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-142\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cycle.png 271w, https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/cycle-150x150.png 150w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 271px) 100vw, 271px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:24px\"><strong>Agents of Change:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\">We embody humility, hunger for learning, and intelligence in our approach to problem-solving.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li style=\"font-size:12px\">Humble: We recognize that we do not have all the answers and remain open to learning.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hungry: We are lifelong learners, committed to growth, resilience, and innovation.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Smart: We apply critical thinking to improve our understanding and solutions.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<!-- People Gallery -->\n\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group pad-top-2 pad-5-sides\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container 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class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;PIH has just established a sister microbiology lab in Sierra Leone to support clinical case management and outbreak control. From the very beginning, CHAMPS staff provided the training and expertise within their facilities, and provided the support to get our lab off the ground. Our microbiology lab at PIH would have been impossible without the support and expertise of the CHAMPS team&quot;.                    \r\n<\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Dr. Marta Lado Castro-Rial<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Director of Clinical Programs &amp; Health Policy Advisor,<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Partners In Health (PIH)<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/2.-Dr.-Mohamed-Alex-Vandi-scaled-1.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Mohamed Alex Vandi\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;Our agency partners with CHAMPS to improve child health  and reduce mortality by leveraging the high-quality scientific data CHAMPS is generating on childhood illness and death in Sierra Leone. This data is invaluable to our work, as it informs policy, guides decision-making, and enables effective to critical health challenges&quot;.   <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Dr. Mohamed Alex Vandi<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Deputy Executive Director<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">National Public Health Agency of Sierra Leone (NPHA-SL)<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/3.-Dr.-Lynda-Farma-Grant.jpeg\" alt=\"Dr. Lynda Farma-Grant\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;CHAMPS equips Sierra Leone\u2019s Child Health Program with credible, laboratory\u2011confirmed insights into the definitive and underlying causes of under\u2011five deaths, empowering us to realign policies and plan activities grounded in robust evidence&quot;.                                                                                            <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Dr. Lynda Farma-Grant<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Program Manager<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">National Child Health Program\/Ministry of Health<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/4.-Fatmata-C.-Turay.jpg\" alt=\"Fatmata C. Turay\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;CHAMPS has significantly improved our services, from launching pregnancy surveillance to renovating our maternity apartment and equipping us with essential tools. Their support has truly transformed healthcare delivery in our community&quot;.                                                                      <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Fatmata C. Turay<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Midwife<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Maforay Community Health Post, Bombali District<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/5.-Prof.-Babatunde-Duduyemi.jpg\" alt=\"- Prof. Babatunde Duduyemi\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;CHAMPS has been instrumental in strengthening our lab and building the capacity of our technical staff. One of the key contributions has been sending experts to train our staff in specialized techniques like special stains. Thanks for this support, our pathology services now attracts postgraduate residents who previously had to travel for their rotations, saving time and resources while keeping them closer to their families&quot;.                                                <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">&#8211; Prof. Babatunde Duduyemi<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Consultant , Pathologist &amp; Professor of Pathology<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">University of Sierra Leone Teaching Hospital Consultant <\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/6.-Isatu-Bosco-Kamara-2.jpg\" alt=\"Isatu Bosco Kamara\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;During my fourteen-month stay in the district, collaboration with the CHAMPS program has been exceptional. Their support, especially through MITS data, gap analysis training, and operational assistance to the District Health Management Team; has been instrumental in advancing maternal and child health efforts.&quot;   <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Isatu Bosco Kamara<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">District Health Sister-One (DHS-1)<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Bombali District Health Management Team (BDHMT)<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/7.-Dr.-Mohamed-Mark-Barbah-Sisay.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Mohamed Mark Barbah Sisay\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;Since my election in 2023, I have closely collaborated with the CHAMPS-SL program through regular coordination meetings focused on addressing child mortality in the district. Their credible data and strong partnership have been instrumental in guiding evidence-based planning and interventions to improve maternal and child health outcomes.&quot;  <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Dr. Mohamed Mark Barbah Sisay<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Chairman<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Bombali District Council<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/8.-Smauel-Turay.jpg\" alt=\"Samuel Turay\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;Having lived in this community for over 25 years and served as headman for more than 15, I can confidently say CHAMPS-SL is the most impactful program I\u2019ve seen in improving child health. By helping us understand and prevent child deaths, and through strong community collaboration, CHAMPS-SL has become a trusted partner in our shared mission to protect our children\u2019s future.&quot;  <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Samuel Turay<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Headman<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Ropolon Community<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/9.-Chief-Pa-Kapr-Fallah-Kapen.jpg\" alt=\"Chief Pa Kapr Fallah Kapen\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;I proudly refer to myself as the \u2018father of CHAMPS,\u2019 as the project was first introduced in my community by Carrie Jo Cain and has since become a vital force in addressing child health and mortality. Though initial acceptance was challenging, ongoing training and engagement built trust, and today CHAMPS is fully embraced by my community and neighboring villages, making a lasting impact on child health in Sierra Leone&quot;.  <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Chief Pa Kapr Fallah Kapen<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Ceremonial Chief<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Pate-Bana Marank<\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/10.-Aminata-Mansaray.jpg\" alt=\"Aminata Mansaray\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">&quot;Our partnership with CHAMPS has been truly enlightening, especially as one of the first community members trained as a reporter. Thanks to ongoing education and family feedback sessions, community understanding and participation have grown significantly, and we are deeply grateful for CHAMPS&#039; visible impact in reducing child mortality.&quot;  <\/p>\n            \n                          <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Aminata Mansaray<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Chairlady<\/p>\n                                      <p class=\"testimonial-meta\">Teko Karina <\/p>\n                      <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n      <\/div>\n            <div class=\"item\">\n        <div class=\"row testimonial fade-in-down\">\n          <div class=\"col-md-4 testimonial-image\">\n                          <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.thearchealth.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/522-5220445_anonymous-profile-grey-person-sticker-glitch-empty-profile.jpg\" alt=\"Dr. Joseph Sylvanus Bangura\"\/>\n                      <\/div>\n\n          <div class=\"col-md-8 testimonial-body\">\n            <div class=\"testimonial-quote\"><p>&ldquo;<\/p><\/div>\n\n                          <p class=\"testimonial-text\">Data from the Child Health and Mortality Prevention Surveillance (CHAMPS) program, implemented by The ARC, has been instrumental in early detection of malnutrition in children and enhancing health record systems. 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