Inclusive Research partnerships

The future of science depends on a diverse and representative research workforce. We support partnerships that increase participation in science and innovation among under-resourced communities and advance more inclusive research systems.

ITOCA – Fiesole Retreat workshop

Information Training & Outreach Center for Africa (ITOCA) is committed to empowering the African research community by providing training and support for library and information professionals.

Cell Press – Rising Black Scientists Awards

The gaps in support, funding and opportunities are significant for Black scientists in the US, particularly for early-career researchers.

Report: Women’s participation in science academies

Worldwide, women are poorly represented at decision-making and management levels in the Science, Innovation, Technology and Energy (SITE) sector.

Asian Scientist-Elsevier Salon for Leadership in STEM

According to Elsevier’s 2024 Gender Report, an estimated 41% of the world’s researchers are women.

Black Girls Code – CODE Girl Club

Across the technology sector, women—and particularly women of color—remain significantly underrepresented.

TWAS – North South Collaboration in Sustainability

As global attention to sustainability challenges has grown, so too has the recognition that research capacity remains unevenly distributed across regions.

FAO – Research4Life e-learning Program

Access to reliable scientific knowledge is essential for advancing research, informing policy and strengthening health and education systems.

Research without Borders

Scientific research produced in Africa often faces barriers to visibility and dissemination, limiting its ability to inform global health debates and influence policy and practice.

DataKind – DataDives

Nonprofit organizations increasingly collect large amounts of data through their programs, services and digital tools.

Amref Health Africa – Innovate for Life

Across Africa, a growing generation of entrepreneurs is developing innovative solutions to address health challenges ranging from maternal care to digital disease management.

Advancing human progress together

Our partnerships actively contribute to the advancement of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. We have developed strong relationships with international partners and local communities, and together we co-create interventions in these focus areas: