While many organisations in the global north claim to support locally led development, the reality often falls short due to donor practices and inadequate investment in capacity building. However, even small, intentional changes can profoundly support researchers in low-income countries.
Prof. Salome Charalambous, Aurum’s Group Chief Health Officer, emphasises the critical role of local involvement in identifying research questions and designing studies to ensure that findings are actionable and relevant. Local experts, with their deep connections to government stakeholders and understanding of local needs, are better positioned to communicate the implications of research effectively.
Explore this important discussion on how global health institutions and funders can better support local researchers by reading the full Q&A with Devex by clicking here.
