Our Focus
Creating Lasting Community Impact
Evidence-Based Solutions
We combine research, local knowledge and practical implementation to address public health and development challenges.
Turning Research into Real-World Impact
Community-Led Action
We work closely with communities to ensure programmes reflect local priorities and create lasting benefits.
Putting Communities at the Centre
Strategic Partnerships
We collaborate with government, researchers and development partners to strengthen programmes and expand their impact.
Achieving More Through Collaboration
Our Work
Programmes Creating Change
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Who We Are
Locally Led. Evidence Driven.
Blue Sands Foundation is a Gambian non-profit bringing communities, researchers and institutions together to improve health, strengthen resilience and create lasting change.
Community Ownership
We involve communities in shaping solutions that reflect their priorities and support lasting local progress.
Research & Innovation
We use evidence and operational research to develop practical, effective programmes.
Sustainable Development
We create solutions that strengthen health, protect the environment and build community resilience.
Our Reach
Practical Action Across The Gambia
We work with communities and partners to deliver practical, evidence-informed solutions that improve health, strengthen livelihoods and build community resilience across The Gambia.
Safe Water Access
Supporting community water infrastructure that improves access to safe and reliable water.
Maternal & Child Health
Helping strengthen local services and bring essential maternity care closer to communities.
Community Livelihoods
Responding to community-identified needs with practical facilities and resources that reduce everyday burdens.
Research & Vector Control
Supporting operational research and field-based approaches that strengthen malaria prevention and mosquito control.
Projects & Impact
See Our Work in Action
Explore the community projects and research initiatives helping improve health, strengthen livelihoods and build resilience across The Gambia.
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Sare Ngalleng · Central River Region · 2024
This community borehole improves access to safe and reliable water while supporting better hygiene and sanitation in Sare Ngalleng.
