SORT-IT is a highly prestigious initiative that aims to build research capacity for public health professionals, empowering them to carry out high-quality operational research to improve healthcare programs also offered through WHO/TDR, MSF and reputed research platforms across various countries around the world. SORT-IT training focuses on making research practical and accessible for individuals working in the field, enabling them to turn evidence into action.

Participants gain valuable skills in designing, conducting, and analyzing operational research studies that have direct applications in improving health outcomes. The program equips professionals to address public health challenges through evidence-based solutions.

The SORT IT 2025 is launched by Health Solutions international , HSI is a forward-thinking organization to uplift society from socioeconomic sufferings by working on health, education and environment. Empowering Communities by working in partnership with them improve their social status, and wellbeing. we work in all areas of Sustainable Development goals particularly health and education through Evidence based , Scientifically sound cross cutting solutions, research, and a deep commitment to community engagement and Global best practices. The SORT IT Call was Announced in collaboration with The Initiative a local organization working on public health and Rawalpindi Medical University a well reputed university in Pakistan. The interested candidates were advised to submit a half-page of text that a) describes a relevant problem that the candidate has identified within a given programme and b) formulates a research question that is proposed to be developed into an operational research project.

Moreover they need to Provide a written statement from the programme manager or relevant authority confirming the relevance of the research question and granting the applicant permission to have time and opportunity to carry out and publish his/her operational research. Must provide written commitment to attend all modules of SORT IT, return to their programme or institution after the course and implement course knowledge at programme level for a minimum of 18 months.

In addition, they had to provide a written statement from a mentor (if available) or referee describing how the mentor knows the candidate and if he/she will be suitable for the course.

If applicable, the ability to mobilize the funding required carrying out the operational research. The eligibility criteria was Master of Public Health (MPH) or an equivalent, or a strong recommendation. Fluent in written and spoken English and/or the language of the course Computer literate.

The modules 1 and 2 (Protocol writing and Data entry and analysis) were successfully implemented from May 19th till 30th 2025.