Who we are

Effective Altruist Research Group is a non-profit, non-governmental, non-political and non-religious organization based in Tamale, Ghana. We exist to strengthen research capacity among young scholars while supporting evidence-based research and community-based scientific development.

Through mentorship, applied research experience, consultancy, scholarship support and strategic partnerships, EARG creates pathways for young people to grow as researchers, professionals and problem-solvers.

Our Core Direction
Mentorship

Guiding young scholars into research and postgraduate pathways.

Research

Supporting ethical, applied and policy-relevant research.

Consultancy

Delivering research, evaluation and advisory services.

SDG Impact

Aligning education, health, work, environment and partnerships.

What we do

Programs designed for research, mentorship, innovation and community impact.

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Mentorship and Fellowship

Structured support for final-year students, graduates and emerging researchers interested in academic and research careers.

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Research Capacity

Training in research methods, data collection, data analysis, scientific writing, ethics and academic professionalism.

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Community Research

Research and engagement in public health, medicinal plants, biodiversity conservation and environmental sustainability.

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Consultancy and Partnerships

Research, evaluation and advisory services that support evidence-based decisions and help sustain scholarships and programs.

Latest updates

News and publications

Scholarship & Opportunities

Scholarships, fellowships and opportunities

Explore widely available scholarships, fellowships, internships, grants and other academic and professional opportunities for students, graduates and early-career researchers.

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Blogs

Ideas, perspectives and emerging issues

Read articles, reflections and informed perspectives from researchers and professionals on topics related to research, mentorship, innovation and community development.

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Newsletters

EA Research Group news and updates

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