Latin American and the Caribbean Network for Strengthening Health Information Systems (RELACSIS)

The Latin American and the Caribbean Network for Strengthening Health Information Systems (RELACSIS) is a community of practice supported by PAHO and USAID to improve the quality of data, diagnostics and health policies related to data in LAC.

This is the initial step in a process that contributes to the design and implementation of policies that improve the health of a population.

RELACSIS works at all stages of data gathering and analysis processes in order to strengthen and optimize health information systems to improve people’s lives.

RELACSIS is a network of technicians and professionals, both producers and users of health information in Latin America and the Caribbean. Its task is based on the principles of solidarity and cooperation among all countries in the region to improve the quality of data, diagnostics and health policies.

The network promotes training based on best practices and the development and use of low-cost/high-impact tools, thereby contributing to improving health information systems.

RELACSIS also allows us to share experiences among participating countries, and provide common solutions to common problems, within the framework of South-South cooperation.