We innovate global health systems
GLESSN builds resilient laboratory and epidemiology infrastructure with partners including the CDC and PEPFAR, serving communities across 10+ countries worldwide.
Global Excellence in Healthcare Systems
Founded in 2012 in Jamaica, the Global Laboratory and Epidemiology System Strengthening Network collaborates with international partners like the CDC and PEPFAR to improve public health infrastructure globally. We specialize in laboratory quality management, accreditation preparedness, and workforce development to create sustainable, resilient health systems.
Global Partnerships
Collaboration with CDC, PEPFAR, and international health organizations.
Quality Management
ISO accreditation preparation and quality system development.
Global Reach
Operations spanning across 10+ countries worldwide.
Workforce Development
Training programs and capacity building for healthcare professionals.
Jamaica
Excellence
Our Mission
Our mission is to assist governments in strengthening the public health sector by building sustainable epidemiology and disease investigation capacity, enhancing quality management systems, and ensuring preparedness for public health emergencies.
Capacity Building
We develop sustainable epidemiology and disease investigation systems that empower local health authorities to monitor, track, and respond to emerging health threats independently.
Quality Management
We strengthen public health laboratory and surveillance systems through robust quality management frameworks that ensure accurate, reliable, and timely information for decision-making.
Our Approach
GLESSN partners with governments and international organizations to deliver tailored solutions that strengthen health systems while respecting local contexts and building toward self-sufficiency.
Quality Systems
Implementing ISO standards and quality management frameworks.
Emergency Preparedness
Building resilient systems ready for public health crises.
Knowledge Transfer
Building local capacity through training and mentorship.
Our Objectives
Strategic goals that drive our mission to strengthen global health systems and improve public health outcomes.
Our Approach
We achieve these objectives through strategic partnerships, capacity building, technical assistance, and leveraging cutting-edge technologies in disease surveillance and laboratory science.
Increase institutional and personnel capacity in epidemiology and disease investigation.
Assist governments in building sustainable epidemiology and laboratory services.
Provide a framework for managing public health emergencies of international concern.
Improve the capacity of all countries to detect, assess, notify, and respond to public health threats.
Strengthen global health systems.
Implement guidelines to meet the current disease burden.
Support integrated health systems strengthening.
Put in place a global disease monitoring, detection, prevention, and response system.
Utilize federal EPA test methods to facilitate compliance with state and federal requirements.
Awards & Recognition
Our commitment to excellence in global health systems has been recognized with these prestigious awards.
SARA "Outside the Box" Award
Recognition for innovative approaches and creative solutions in laboratory strengthening and quality management.
State Agency Recognition Awards
Partnership Impact Award
SARA Award recognizing exemplary collaborations and partnerships advancing laboratory strengthening across the Caribbean.
State Agency Recognition Awards
SLMTA 4th Place Award
Recognition for achieving 4th place in the Caribbean region for the SLMTA program.
Caribbean Region“These awards reflect our team’s dedication to strengthening healthcare systems worldwide.”— Dr. Claudette Brown, Project Manager, GLESSN