Research
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Research
UGHE is committed to conducting participatory research that addresses the specific challenges faced by vulnerable communities. By developing tailored solutions, fostering advocacy, and leveraging cross-cultural insights, UGHE aims to influence policymaking and drive meaningful change. Its mission is to empower communities through informed decision-making, ensuring sustainable impact on a global scale.
Transforming Health Through Research & Innovation
UGHE conducts research focused on equity-driven solutions to tackle health challenges. Through strategic partnerships, UGHE develops innovative interventions to improve healthcare delivery in Africa and beyond, focusing on the most vulnerable.
Bridging Research and Policy for Impact
UGHE collaborates with government institutions, NGOs, academic and health organizations to turn research into actionable policies, addressing health inequities. Our work spans health systems strengthening, innovations and community interventions to drive sustainable healthcare improvements.
Capacity Building and Knowledge Generation
UGHE trains future global health leaders through mentorship, advanced programs, and partnerships, strengthening research capacity in Rwanda and beyond with access to state-of-the-art labs and tools.
Institutional Review Board (IRB)
The University of Global Health Equity (UGHE) Institutional Review Board (IRB) was established to ensure compliance with the highest legal and ethical standards for the conduct of Human Research. The UGHE IRB was created under the umbrella of the Rwandan National Ethics Committee (RNEC) and complies with its procedures, norms and guidance. The UGHE Institutional Official (IO) designates IRB members, and the Board’s operations are supported and managed by the UGHE Office of Human Research Administration (OHRA).
