Once hubs identified and selected cases of social innovation, they would proceed next to conducting case study research on these social innovations. This is a favourite activity of hub team members as it gives them the opportunity to engage directly with passionate innovators and spend time learning firsthand in the field about how these innovations operate. Most of our researchers return from field visits with a mindset shift as to the potential of social innovation and having learned a great deal. Research is critical to determine what works and what doesn’t and to build an evidence base on social innovation that can inform policy and decision makers working to strengthen the health system.

We share below the case study research protocol we developed, the interview schedule and other supporting documents.