WHO Collaborating Centre for systematic reviews of qualitative evidence for decision making

Project owner

Western Norway University of Applied Sciences

Project categories

Academic Development

Project period

February 2026 - February 2030

Project summary

The WHO Collaborating Centre supports WHO’s normative work by strengthening the use of qualitative evidence in WHO decision making. The Centre provides methodological expertise in systematic reviews of qualitative evidence, contributes to the development of innovative synthesis methods, and works with WHO teams to enhance the relevance and rigour of evidence used in guidelines and other normative products. Through its international networks, the Centre also promotes inclusive collaboration and capacity strengthening, particularly with partners in low and middle income countries.