The Enhancing Research Skills for Nurses and Midwives in Malawi workshop was held from September 16-17, 2024, at the Bridge View Hotel in Lilongwe, Malawi. Organized by Louis Ng’oma in collaboration with Global Research Nurses – The Global Health Network at Oxford University, and supported by PHIM research capacity building staff, the event aimed to address the research skills gap among nurses and midwives.

The workshop brought together 46 participants from various health institutions, offering comprehensive training on research methodologies, data management, grant proposal writing, and report writing. The hands-on sessions were designed to equip attendees with the essential tools and techniques for conducting high-quality research and making evidence-based decisions in healthcare. Participants had the opportunity to practice data entry and analysis using tools like DHIS2 and SPSS, significantly enhancing their practical skills.

The training was inaugurated by Dr. Evelyn Chitsa Banda, Deputy Director of PHIM’s Research Division, who encouraged ‘the nurses to actively engage in research, aiming to empower them, enhance patient care, and foster a culture of continuous learning and innovation.’