The Global Health Network is a Community of Practice that has established a decentralised governance structure in Africa, Asia, and Latin America, creating a collaborative network of researchers and research institutes in the Global South.
Recognising the unique public health, education, policy and practice challenges faced by the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, and the potential benefits of a focused regional approach, The Global Health Network has collaborated with research institutes in the region to establish a dedicated MENA regional network and knowledge hub.
Mission"To integrate and elevate health research across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region by facilitating sharing of and open access to knowledge, promoting regional and international collaborations, and enhancing research capabilities to address the unique public health challenges of the MENA region." |
Vision"To embed high quality research in every healthcare setting in the Middle East and North Africa, through a knowledge community and a platform for health research, empowering researchers and health professionals through advanced training, knowledge sharing, and sustainable development initiatives to improve health outcomes across the region." |
Strategic Objectives
The objectives of the MENA Regional Hub are to:
- Enhance collaboration among health researchers, healthcare professionals, policymakers and with other stakeholders in the region and promote policy-knowledge interference and integration
- Determine the research capacity needs of the region to be addressed jointly.
- Identify and address unique challenges of health policy and research, medical education, and clinical practice challenges faced by the region.
- Strengthen capacity building in health research by providing training, resources, and support to individuals and institutions in the region.
- Build partnerships with international organisations outside of the region to gain expertise, resources, and best practices.
- Support resource allocation in the region.