Data. Research. Impact.
Impact Research for Well-Being
Welcome to Anansi Research. We are a proudly Black woman owned research consultancy specializing in strategic research and storytelling to improve community health and well-being.
Who We Are
In Akan myth, Anansi is a god of stories who creates opportunity and gains advantage through creativity and wit. Our team does the same.
We leverage over a decade of experience in research and strategic messaging to deliver engaging, human-centered and data-rich stories to increase your visibility, funding and impact. We offer tailored consulting services in addition to our StoryLab Strategic Storytelling course and 1:1 trainings.
If you want to know more scroll down to see our areas of expertise, who we work with, and our services below. Or schedule a one on one with us today to see how we can help.
Who We Work With
Anansi Research clients are impact-focused organizations committed to positive change, such as:
Philanthropic Organizations: Anansi helps foundations measure, evaluate, and communicate their impact and that of their grantees. Our approach amplifies community voices and expertise, centering human experience and real outcomes. We turn data into compelling narratives for reports, case studies and insights that resonate with stakeholders, creating real connection and support for your mission.
Small Businesses: Anansi empowers your business by helping you tell your story and own your impact with tailored, evidence-based insights. You're busy doing the work, let us do the rest. We'll work closely with you to create a data-driven story to gain funding and members, increase community buy-in or help you achieve other goals.
Government Offices & Agencies: Anansi provides rigorous, community-informed research to design and evaluate policies and programs. From appropriate, accurate data analysis to culturally responsive solutions, we ensure your initiatives make real improvements in the health and well-being of the communities you serve.
Areas of Expertise
We focus on research that has real-world impact to improve health and well-being. Our team holds specific expertise in social determinants of health, reproductive health, maternal and child health, health for the Black community, LGBTQ+ community, and people with disabilities, as well as patient outcomes, mental health and behavioral health.
Services
Our approach blends strategic research, rigorous methodologies and an impact-driven mindset. We specialize in developing evidence-based solutions and using powerful visual storytelling to communicate actionable insights. Our services include but are not limited to the following:
Research Strategy, Design, & Execution
Data Management & Analysis
Monitoring & Evaluation
Surveys, Interviews & Focus Groups
Data Visualization & Storytelling
Strategic Results Dissemination
Policy Analysis
Our Founder & CEO
Dr. Chantell Frazier is the Founder and CEO of Anansi Research, a strategic research firm that specializes in storytelling for impact, health and well being. Dr. Frazier is a research driven professional with over a decade of expertise in qualitative and quantitative research techniques, health policy, data analysis and results dissemination. Her career has focused on providing actionable insights for nonprofits, philanthropic organizations, state health departments, Congress, and government agencies including HHS, VHA, CDC, and HRSA. Her work has been published in government reports and peer-reviewed journals including Health Affairs, Aids and Behavior, the Journal of Public Health Management and Practice, Military Medicine, and The Journal of Patient Experience. She believes research can improve health, advance equity and save the world