Connect and collaborate

SHIP partners with students, researchers, and teachers to strengthen and scale ideas for sustainable health.

In line with our approach, initiatives stay with their originators—growing through partnerships and support made possible by the SHIP platform.

Have an idea or initiative that could benefit from SHIP’s catalyzing effects?

Whether you are leading research, teaching a course, building a network, or exploring new ways to collaborate—connect with SHIP.

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How to ship in

These guidelines support participation within SHIP by setting clear, shared expectations for all members.

Guidelines for SHIP participation

Introduction

> Learn more about What is SHIP?
> Learn more about Why SHIP?
> Learn more about Vision, Mission, and Expected Contributions

Core principles for collaboration

SHIP partnerships are built on mutual trust, shared decision-making, and fairness. We value inclusivity, transparency, and equitable partnerships, ensuring every voice is heard and contributions are respected.

> Read about our values.

Who can participate?

Eligible Participants:

  • Students, researchers, teachers and others from SHIP’s member universities.
  • Cross-sectoral partners, including government agencies, civil society organizations, the private sector, and philanthropies.

How can you get involved?

Lead, co-create, or participate in initiatives and networks that accelerate partnerships in education and research for sustainable health by:

  • Creating collective spaces for innovation, capacity-building, and knowledge exchange,
  • Providing methodological support and tools for driving successful collaborations, and
  • Sharing expertise and opportunities for impactful cross-sector partnerships.

Achieving transformational change requires us to rethink and refine our structures, practices, and perspectives. 

 

Governance and Management of SHIP Collaboration  

  • Initiatives are hosted at member universities and led by designated project leads.
  • Networks are hosted by member universities or cross-sector partners.
  • New partnerships are formalized through separate agreements.
  • Active initiatives and networks contribute to SHIP’s news updates and shared learning.
  • The SHIP Team facilitates connections and collaborations between existing and new initiatives and networks and the broader SHIP platform.

Financing

  • Each initiative and network is responsible for securing its own funding.
  • In the short term, SHIP supports networking and collaboration.
  • In the long term, SHIP focuses on securing additional funding for priority initiatives, reinforcing its commitment to collaborative solutions for complex global challenges with an impact on health.

Support & Assistance

Need help? Contact your local hub or the SHIP Team for support.
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