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Research and Impact Partnership Principles

At GH5050 (Global Health 50/50), partnerships are at the heart of how we deliver rigorous, impactful research and drive systemic change. Guided by a commitment to equity, ethics, and excellence, we collaborate with organisations and individuals who share our vision of advancing gender and social justice.

What you can expect when partnering with Global Health 50/50

• Values-driven approach
  Our work is rooted in advancing social justice, guided by frameworks like the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, the Sustainable Development Goals, and the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action.
• Inclusive work culture
  We foster a culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion, holding ourselves accountable through continuous reflection and improvement in our practices.
• Equitable collaboration
  From project co-design and governance to recognition and shared benefits, we ensure every collaboration is rooted in fairness.
• Commitment to transparency
  Transparency underpins all aspects of our work, from funding models to reporting, ensuring stakeholders have timely and accurate information.
• Diversity and pluralism
  We prioritise diversity in our research teams and collaborations, valuing a plurality of perspectives, people, disciplines and ways to understand the world, to enrich our work and amplify impact.
• Context-driven research
  We approach research to achieve a deep understanding of its context, critically addressing issues of power and privilege.
• Ethical integrity
  Ethical principles guide both the conduct of our research design and our system of governance, ensuring integrity throughout the process. (link to research ethics section)
• Capacity
  Our work is solutions-driven, aiming to redress inequalities and drive tangible change, whether that is to improve women’s, men’s health, and reduce health inequities across the board, as well as addressing women’s leadership and economic and governance systems.
• Impact-oriented focus
  Our work is solutions-driven, aiming to redress inequalities and drive tangible change, whether that is to improve women’s or men’s health, women’s leadership or economic and governance systems.
• Social justice lens
  Equity and social justice are central to our analyses and recommendations.
• Mutual benefit
  We ensure benefits and opportunities of the research process are distributed among all researchers and research participants, and that research results are catalysed for positive action.
• Reflection and learning
  We embrace continuous learning, refining our practices to foster even more equitable collaborations.
• Non-partisan and inclusive politics
  While addressing power imbalances, we remain democratic, non-partisan, and non-sectarian in all we do.
• Ethical funding
  We only accept funding that safeguards our independence and ability to freely and thoroughly address critical issues.
• Flexible collaboration models
  We prioritise equity in our partnerships, adapting leadership, coordination, and funding approaches to best achieve shared goals.
• Accountability
  We are committed to being open, honest, and accountable to everyone we work with, and to each other.

Why Partner with GH5050?

Partnering with GH5050 means joining a global movement to advance social justice. Here’s why organisations and individuals choose to collaborate with us:

• Global expertise: We combine cutting-edge and rigorous research with a deep understanding of global systems to address complex gender inequalities.
• Proven impact: Our work influences policies and practices worldwide, driving measurable progress toward equity and social justice.
• Credibility and trust: As a respected, independent organisation, we are recognised for our evidence-informed approach and unwavering commitment to ethical practices.
• Tailored collaboration: We co-create partnerships that align with your goals while advancing our shared vision for systemic change.
• Shared values: Join us in championing diversity, inclusion, and accountability to build a fairer and more equitable world.

Let’s Partner for Change

At GH5050, we believe that equitable and impactful collaborations are key to advancing health, justice, and equality worldwide. If you’re interested in partnering with us or learning more about how we work, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact us today to explore how we can work together to drive transformative change.