Community of Practice (CoP)

Connecting Practitioners, Sharing Knowledge, Driving Sustainable Solutions

What is a Community of Practice?

Community of Practice (CoP) is a group of individuals who share a common interest and are committed to working together to improve a specific domain. Within TENN, the CoP serves as a collaborative space where professionals from across disciplines come together to exchange knowledge, tools, and experiences in support of sustainable primary healthcare facilities and clean energy solutions in Sierra Leone.

A CoP is not just a network—it’s a shared journey of learning and improvement. Members co-develop solutions, document best practices, and support one another in addressing real-world challenges in decentralized energy systems and healthcare delivery.

Purpose and Focus Areas

The CoP facilitated by TENN focuses on enhancing the functionality and sustainability of Decentralized Renewable Energy (DRE) systems in healthcare and cooking energy access. Its primary objectives include:

Promoting knowledge sharing and peer learning around DRE-powered healthcare and cooking facilities
Creating a repository of tools, experiences, and technical resources
Supporting the development of innovations that improve last-mile delivery of essential services
Facilitating collaboration between practitioners, researchers, and policymakers in Sierra Leone and beyond

How the CoP Creates Impact

The CoP drives practical, measurable outcomes by influencing real-world applications of clean energy and healthcare solutions. It strengthens the bridge between innovation and community, helping to:Those who may be interested in joining include:

Improve the reliability and resilience of solar-powered health and cooking systems
Inform national and local policy development through collective learning
Build local capacity and leadership in energy and health systems
Encourage data-driven decision-making through shared monitoring tools and methodologies

The impact of the CoP is not just technical—it's human. It empowers individuals and institutions to take ownership of solutions and lead positive change within their communities.

Who Can Join

The CoP is open to a wide range of professionals and organizations who share a commitment to advancing sustainable development through practical, community-centered approaches. This includes those actively working or engaging in the intersection of energy, health, environment, and innovation. Whether your role is implementation, research, or policy, your expertise and insights contribute to strengthening the community's collective impact. Those who may be interested in joining include:

Whether you are a healthcare provider, energy engineer, policy advisor, or entrepreneur, your voice and experience are valued in this community.Those who may be interested in joining include:

What Members Can Expect

Members of the CoP gain access to:Those who may be interested in joining include:

Technical discussions and knowledge exchange platforms
Regular virtual and in-person workshops
Joint learning sessions and problem-solving roundtables
Resources such as toolkits, case studies, and success stories
Opportunities to collaborate on pilot initiatives and research

Together, members create a shared repertoire of practices, stories, and strategies that are locally grounded and globally relevant.

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The Community of Practice is more than an initiative—it’s a movement grounded in collaboration, mutual respect, and a shared goal of sustainable progress. By joining, you become part of a collective force that is actively shaping the future of energy and healthcare in Sierra Leone and beyond.

We invite you to share your experience, learn from others, and contribute to innovations that matter. Let’s build lasting impact—together.

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