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Researching Today.
Transforming Tomorrow.
Knowledge in service of humanity.
Our initiatives address the world’s most pressing challenges through collaborative, interdisciplinary and impact-driven research that advances human flourishing and sustainable futures.
Rooted in compassion.
Driven by knowledge.
Committed to impact.
Our Global Initiatives
Six strategic initiatives. One shared vision: A world where everyone can flourish.
Women's Health & Wellbeing Initiative
Advancing research that improves women's health, mental wellbeing and access to quality care across the life course.
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Girls' Flourishing & Education Initiative
Promoting girls' education, skills development and pathways to STEM and future-ready careers.
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Enterprise, Innovation & Livelihoods Initiative
Empowering entrepreneurs — especially women and youth — to innovate, grow and create decent work.
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Communities & Social Transformation Initiative
Strengthening communities and advancing social inclusion, peacebuilding and resilient development.
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Climate, Environment & Resilience Initiative
Generating knowledge for climate action, environmental sustainability and just, resilient communities.
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Future Knowledge & Society Initiative
Exploring emerging technologies, digital transformation and the future of work and society.
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Impact That Crosses Borders
Together, we generate knowledge that drives sustainable change and enables every person to flourish. Our collective work spans disciplines, continents and communities — producing research that reaches far beyond the academy.
“Knowledge does not flourish in silos — it thrives when shared across borders, disciplines and lived experiences.”
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Projects Active
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Countries Reached
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Publications & Resources
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Researchers & Members
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Partners & Institutions
Millions
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