About ISIR Ghana
Sustainability Through Innovation
Our Story
The Institute for Sustainable & Innovative Research (ISIR Ghana) is a multidisciplinary research and consultancy institute dedicated to advancing sustainable and evidence-based development across Ghana and West Africa. Founded on the belief that innovation and knowledge should directly drive progress, ISIR Ghana bridges the gap between research, policy, and real-world action — transforming data into impact.
Our work focuses on creating scalable solutions that improve lives, strengthen systems, and contribute to the achievement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Our Vision
To be a leading center of excellence in applied research and policy innovation for sustainable development in Ghana and beyond.
Our Mission
To empower governments, NGOs, and communities through evidence-based research, policy support, and innovation-driven capacity building.
Our Strategic Focus
ISIR Ghana operates within four key sectors that define our national and regional impact:
Child & Maternal Health
Enhancing healthcare accessibility and outcomes through data-led initiatives and community engagement.
Education (STEAM Focus)
Promoting inclusive and technology-based learning through Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics education.
Agriculture
Supporting the adoption of climate-smart and sustainable agricultural practices to improve productivity and food security.
Climate Change
Advancing renewable energy adoption and community resilience to climate-related challenges.
Our Approach
ISIR Ghana integrates research, innovation, and policy to design practical solutions for complex development challenges. Our approach combines academic excellence with grassroots engagement, ensuring that research outputs are directly translated into action and measurable outcomes. We align our initiatives with both Agenda 2030 (UN SDGs) and Africa's Agenda 2063, positioning ISIR as a strategic partner for governments and development institutions.
Our Core Values
Integrity & Transparency
Highest standards of accountability
Innovation
Creative, technology-driven solutions
Collaboration
Strong partnerships built on trust
Inclusion
Gender equality and youth empowerment
Sustainability
Long-term value creation
Our Leadership
ISIR Ghana's leadership team brings together experts from diverse disciplines — including public health, education, agriculture, and environmental science — united by a shared commitment to sustainability through innovation. The team's collective experience in policy design, research management, and development consulting ensures that every project is guided by evidence, integrity, and impact.
Our Partnerships
ISIR Ghana collaborates with local and international institutions, governments, and NGOs that share our mission of advancing sustainable development through innovation and research. Together, we co-create programs, policy frameworks, and innovation pilots that drive measurable progress and build resilient communities.
Our Impact
Every ISIR Ghana initiative is designed with impact and accountability at its core. Through flagship programs such as the Mothers First Health Initiative, Tamale STEAM Hub, AgriSmart Ghana, and Solar4Change, we are:
- Strengthening evidence-based policymaking
- Enhancing local capacity and youth empowerment
- Promoting gender inclusion
- Building community resilience against climate change