Living Goods is a pioneering organization dedicated to improving health outcomes in underserved communities by empowering community health workers. Founded in 2007, the organization leverages a sustainable model that combines technology and entrepreneurship to deliver essential health services at the community level. By equipping health workers with mobile technology, Living Goods ensures timely access to health information and services, significantly reducing child mortality and improving maternal health.
Operating primarily in East Africa, Living Goods collaborates with governments and partners to strengthen health systems and expand the reach of community health services. The organization focuses on scalable solutions that integrate digital health tools, enabling real-time data collection and analysis to enhance decision-making and resource allocation. Through its innovative approach, Living Goods aims to create lasting impact by building resilient health systems that can adapt to the evolving needs of communities.
Kenya, Uganda
Living Goods’ key programs include training and equipping community health workers with mobile technology to provide doorstep health services. The organization also focuses on maternal and child health, family planning, and disease prevention through its innovative community health model.
Living Goods has significantly improved health outcomes in the regions it operates, with reported reductions in child mortality rates by up to 27%. The organization has also enhanced the capacity of local health systems by integrating digital health solutions, leading to more efficient and effective health service delivery.
