Youth-Led Community Health Needs Assessment: A 10-Step Approach

About the Book

Youth-Led Community Health Needs Assessment: A 10-Step Approach is a timely and compelling contribution to public health practice and youth engagement in development. Set against the backdrop of Nigeria, a country of over 220 million people, where more than 70% are under the age of 30, this book showcases a transformative approach to health systems research, powered by the insight, energy, and innovation of young people.

Drawing from the author’s 15+ years of experience as an international development strategist and a fellowship with Brown University’s Information Futures Lab, the book chronicles a youth-led assessment conducted across 40 communities in seven states and the Federal Capital Territory.

More than just a manual, this book is a call to action: to trust the capacity of young people, equip them with the right tools, and support them in leading transformative public health initiatives. Structured into ten practical steps, it is an essential resource for public health practitioners, researchers, students, NGOs, community leaders, and policymakers seeking sustainable, systems-level impact.

Whether you're conducting a health needs assessment or shaping the next generation of changemakers, this book offers the insights, tools, and inspiration to help you get started, and succeed.