Our Mission
Stronger practice, healthier Rwanda
We build the skills, research and policy that protect public health nationwide.
Our Vision
A clean, safe Rwanda for all
Everyone living in a healthy environment, served by professionals they trust.
REHPO members at a community clean-up
What we do
Where our members do the work
11 program areas, from infection prevention in health facilities to waste and vector control in the communities around them.
Explore all programs- 01Infection prevention & controlREHPO delivers IPC training, builds capacity in facilities, and provides resources to ensure safe practices that protect patients and healthcare workers.
- 02Community healthOur community health initiatives focus on building local capacity, promoting health education, and establishing sustainable health systems at the grassroots level.
- 03Occupational health & safetyREHPO promotes workplace safety through training, assessments, and policy advocacy to ensure healthy and safe working environments across all sectors.
- 04Disaster & outbreak responseWe develop comprehensive response plans, train rapid-response teams, and coordinate emergency preparedness to handle natural disasters and disease outbreaks effectively.
- 05Water, sanitation & hygieneOur WASH initiatives install protected water sources, construct latrines, and run hygiene education campaigns to prevent disease and improve quality of life.
- 06Waste & vector controlREHPO organizes waste collection systems and vector control campaigns to reduce disease transmission from mosquitoes, rodents and other pests.
- 07Environmental surveillanceWe collect and analyze data on environmental and public health risks, enabling rapid detection and response to outbreaks or contamination events.
- 08Impact assessments & auditsREHPO performs assessments and audits to ensure development projects comply with environmental standards and minimize harm to public health.
- 09Air pollution controlOur air quality initiatives monitor pollution, promote cleaner technologies, and support regulations to protect respiratory health.
- 10One HealthREHPO promotes the One Health approach, recognizing the interconnectedness of human, animal, and environmental health for comprehensive disease prevention.
- 11Risk communicationThrough targeted messaging and participatory activities we keep communities informed about risks and empower them to act.
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