HEARD is an applied research unit with emphasis on projects that yield practical results, broad dissemination of findings, utilization of advocacy for appropriate policy and strategic planning changes.

Mission

HEARD aims to inspire health and development strategies that improve the welfare of people in and beyond Africa

Key areas of operation

• Academic and applied research on the economic, developmental and social impacts of HIV linked to strategic planning
• Training for planners and policymakers

Training courses offered

• Planning for HIV/AIDS in sub-Saharan Africa
• Monitoring and Evaluation
• Mainstreaming

RST-HEARD cooperation

Implementation of the strategic plan and business plan

Geographic coverage

The division is based in South Africa at the University of KwaZulu-Natal. Its operations are international in scope with a focus on Africa

Contact

Obed Qulo
University of KwaZulu-Natal
Westville Campus, J Block, Level 4
Durban 4041, South Africa
Tel: +27 31 260 2582/92
Fax: +27 31 260 2587
heard@ukzn.ac.za, qulo@ukzn.ac.za

Alan Whiteside
Director
Health Economics and HIV/AIDS Research Division (HEARD)
Tel: +27 31 260 2590/2
Fax: +27 31 260 2587
Mobile: +27 82 778 8009
whitesid@nu.ac.za

www.heard.org.za