About the Founder

Sonoran Evidence Partners was founded by Heather Johnson,, MLIS, MSc (MPH), DrPH(s), a public health researcher and medical librarian focused on turning complex evidence into practical tools that organizations can use.

Heather’s career spans public, academic, and corporate libraries, giving her a rare cross-sector perspective on how information is created, evaluated, and used in real-world decision making. Her work sits at the intersection of public health, evidence synthesis, and health literacy, with a focus on helping organizations translate research and data into programs that improve community health.

In addition to her work in industry as a public health researcher, Heather is completing a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) focused on improving how health information, evidence, and services are translated into real-world programs and patient care.

Through Sonoran Evidence Partners, she develops practical resources that help professionals design, implement, and evaluate community health initiatives—especially at the growing intersection of libraries and public health.

What We Do

Sonoran Evidence Partners creates practical frameworks, guides, and tools that help organizations turn health information and community data into actionable programs.

Our resources are designed for professionals working in libraries, public health agencies, and community organizations who want to move from ideas to implementation without navigating overly complex planning frameworks. Our work focuses on helping organizations:

• Identify community health priorities

• Design practical programs and partnerships

• Translate data into actionable strategies

• Evaluate programs and measure impact

• Strengthen collaboration between libraries and public health professionals

Rather than abstract theory, our resources emphasize clear structure, practical steps, and real-world usability.

Why This Work Matters

Libraries and community organizations are trusted institutions that already help people navigate complex information systems. When these institutions partner with public health professionals, they can play an even greater role in improving health literacy, connecting residents to services, and addressing community health needs.

Sonoran Evidence Partners exists to help make those collaborations easier and more effective.

Learn More

If you’re interested in strengthening collaboration between libraries and public health or building more effective community health programs, explore the practical resources available through Sonoran Evidence Partners.

Visit the Library x PH Expert Support section to access guides, frameworks, and tools designed to help you move from evidence to action.