JSI

Where We Work

Middle East and North Africa

Improving health and education outcomes in the Middle East and North Africa

Implementing Evidence-Driven Health and Education Solutions in the Middle East and North Africa

JSI leverages deep ties with the public and private sectors to advance health and education outcomes across the Middle East and North Africa. We improve the lives of women, children, and families by strengthening health care services, expanding educational opportunities, and optimizing supply chains.

By focusing on institutional capacity and stability, JSI implements resilient, evidence-driven solutions that ensure sustainable essential services for all.

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Cary Spisak

Supply Chain Expert | Senior Technical Advisor

“We’re working to design health supply chains of the future – blending smart design with best practices and new tech to ensure communities can access essential health products, and innovative diagnostics and medicines that meet the needs of tomorrow.”

Cary Spisak on delivering the next generation of medical innovation.

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Dessalew Emaway

Project Director, JSI Ethiopia

“Primary care providers in rural areas are the most isolated from professional growth. Implementing accessible blended learning, while equipping providers with new technology, removes barriers to their growth, and as a consequence, barriers to care.”

Dessalew Emaway on professional development for rural providers.

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Wuleta Betemariam, DrPH

Reproductive Maternal Newborn and Child Health Practice Director

“Innovate, learn, scale. JSI co-creates smarter RMNCH solutions, turning global evidence and local insights into lasting care. We bridge the gap between breakthrough ideas and a mother’s door, ensuring a safe birth and a healthy start for every family, everywhere.”

Dr. Wuleta Betemariam on iterating solutions to improve maternal and child health.

Improving Health Outcomes Amidst Crisis in Yemen

JSI partnered with the Ministry of Health in Yemen to revitalize health care for women and children during ongoing conflict. By strengthening local capacity and community-based care, the project improved the lives of over 1.8 million people. Strategic social and behavior change initiatives reached 5.7 million individuals with vital health and nutrition information, while solutions like SMS reminders drove a 41% increase in vaccination coverage. These efforts led to a rise in skilled birth attendance from 69% to 93% and significantly increased the uptake of antenatal care and family planning, ensuring life-saving services reached those most in need.

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