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We’re building a future where technology enables health and
 well-being for all.

We work at the intersection of public health and technology to co-create equitable solutions that drive whole-person health.

As technology is reshaping health systems, it’s deepening gaps for those already underserved.

Technology has the potential to drive more equitable health access, but the current ecosystem is widening existing inequities and contributing to new health risks.

  • 50%+

    of the world's population lacked full access to essential health services as of 2021.

  • 87%

    of health content on social media contains misinformation.

  • 25%

    Women are 1/4 less likely than men to know how to use technology for basic tasks.

We’re putting whole-person health at the center of technological growth

We work to embed equity as a fundamental principle in the design, development, implementation, and evaluation of digital technology.

We’ve spent a decade supporting partners in making smarter, more strategic investments that improve health outcomes and avoid unintended harm.

Together, we can drive better health outcomes for everyone

  • Design strategies that advance equity

    We co-create digital strategies, policies, and tools that are developed by and responsive to the people whose lives are impacted by them.

  • Generate evidence that maximizes impact

    Our rigorous evaluation and research help partners understand what’s working and where to invest.

  • Build partnerships for progress at scale

    We bring together governments, funders, and technical experts to align goals, share learning, and promote collective action.

Our focus areas

We work on interconnected issues across health and technology systems to support lasting change:

Gender and women’s health

Young people

National digital strategies

Equity-focused AI & data ecosystems

Private sector collaboration

  • "Having worked with health.enabled in different capacities for over 10 years, I continue to appreciate how the organization can astutely diagnose where the digital health ecosystem needs nudging or coordination, nimbly consult and design approaches and solutions to address these needs, and deliver public goods and actively encourage debate, uptake and continuous improvement. "

    - Chaitali Sinha, Senior Program Specialist - Global Health, International Development Research Centre

  • "health.enabled has been a reliable partner to WHO in assisting with the execution of its digital health mandate. As a trusted, science-based voice in the digital health ecosystem, health.enabled has helped provide intellectual rigor, combined with grounded country engagement to enhance several key technical projects led by or supported by WHO."

    - Alain Labrique, Director, Department of Digital Health & Innovation, World Health Organization

  • "health.enabled's work over the past decade has had a substantial impact on the global digital health space. Their efforts in promoting the development of digital health strategies, tools and frameworks have not only set the bar, but empowered stakeholders to implement impactful digital health interventions and navigate the complexities of digital transformation with a strong focus on gender and equity."

    - Daniel Oyaole, Senior Manager, Digital Health Information, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance

  • "health.enabled brings a unique perspective to the global health field, focusing on digital transformation and health systems strengthening. Their focus on supporting Member States and Development Partners to identify, assess and understand the larger enabling environments, and articulating the implications for individual interventions to be successful, continues to be very valuable. "

    - Sean Blashke, Chief Digital Health, UNICEF

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countries we’ve shaped technology-enabled health strategies & policies

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countries we’ve led large scale effectiveness & qualitative research studies

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public resources we’ve published to guide global best practices

Proven impact across sectors and geographies

A decade of mission-driven leadership at the intersection of health and technology

Partner with us

We work alongside global funders, governments, implementers, and innovators to turn strategy into action—and ensure digital transformation leads to better health outcomes for all. Our partnerships are grounded in equity, evidence, and collaboration—because real systems change doesn’t happen alone.

  • Gavi
  • Johnson & Johnson
  • Dalberg Data Insights
  • AeHIN
  • Makerere University
  • Zimam
  • Kinshasa School of Public Health

Whether you're refining a national strategy, launching a global initiative, or scaling inclusive digital health tools, we bring the expertise, values, and efficiency to maximize your impact.

Resources, tools, and latest research

Explore our library of practical, evidence-based resources designed to help partners, implementers, and decision-makers strengthen health systems through thoughtful and intentional use of technology.

  • Global Digital Health Monitor (GDHM)

    Learn More

  • Gender Analysis Planning & Monitoring Guide

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  • Digital Health Tools for Community Health Worker Programs

    Explore Tools

Meet the experts behind our work

We’re a lean, global team of strategists, researchers, designers, and systems thinkers united by one goal: making digital technology work for better health for everyone..

Led by Dr. Patty Mechael—a pioneer in equity-driven digital transformation—our team combines deep technical expertise with a commitment to participatory, people-centered approaches.

We work across geographies, sectors, and communities to deliver smart, scalable strategies that advance health equity.

  • Patricia (Patty) Mechael, PhD, MHS

    Patricia (Patty) Mechael, PhD, MHS

    CEO & Co-founder

  • Erica Layer

    Erica Layer

    Chief Operating Officer

  • Tara Nutley

    Tara Nutley

    Senior Digital Health Advisor

  • Emeka Chukwu

    Emeka Chukwu

    Senior Digital Health Advisor & Capacity Lead

  • Yara Aboelwaffa

    Yara Aboelwaffa

    Senior Digital Health Advisor

  • Sarah Chaney

    Sarah Chaney

    Research Analyst

  • Olivia Drouhaut

    Olivia Drouhaut

    Technical Advisor