About SASA Alliance
A dynamic technical alliance strengthening advocacy for health and prosperity in sub-Saharan Africa.
Who We Are
The SMART Advocacy for Strategic Action (SASA) Alliance is a dynamic technical alliance formed in 2022 to strengthen advocacy for family planning and maternal, newborn, and child health in sub-Saharan Africa.
Funded by the Gates Foundation, SASA supports country-driven advocacy efforts that advance evidence-based policy action and sustainable financing.
Our Vision "A future where every woman and newb
""A future where every woman and newborn has access to high-quality FP/MNCH services, supported by strong policies, sustainable funding, and empowered advocacy networks.""
Our Mission
""To strengthen advocacy ecosystems by equipping partners with technical skills, strategic partnerships, and accountability mechanisms needed to influence policy, mobilize resources, and drive sustained improvements.""
How We Work
We employ a systematic, evidence-based approach to drive systemic change.
Coalition Building
Uniting diverse stakeholders for a common cause.
Evidence Generation
Using data to inform and drive policy decisions.
Capacity Strengthening
Equipping local advocates with the skills they need.
Our Guiding Principles
Locally Led
Solutions must be driven by those closest to the challenges.
Data-Driven
Advocacy must be rooted in rigorous evidence.
Collaborative
Partnerships multiply our impact.
Accountable
We hold ourselves and our leaders responsible for commitments.
Strength in Collaboration: The Value of SASA Alliance
Despite national and global commitments, many countries continue to face systemic challenges in healthcare delivery and policy implementation.
- High maternal and neonatal mortality
- Funding gaps and delayed disbursements
- Commodity stockouts
- Limited policy implementation
Our Partners
A collaborative network of organizations driving change across Africa.
