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WIPO study demonstrates that Research4Life spikes research output by up to 75% in Low and Middle-Income Countries.
Strategic plan
Strategic Plan
Adopted following an infrastructure review, landscape analysis and user review as well as in depth consultation with publisher partners. Find out more about R4L’s Strategic 2030 Plan.
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COUNTRY CONNECTORS
Read about Strategy in action through our Country Connectors catalyzing local engagement and knowledge exchange at the country and regional level.
DONATE CONTENT
We welcome all partners who want to support Reseach4Life’s mission. Learn more about our partners, the team, resources available to you, and contact Sarah Phibbs at STM for more information.
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Research4Life is ambitious for change and increasing participation of researchers from the global south yet the current operating budget of $200,000 is not enough to meet resource needs. Research4Life has established Friends of Research4Life, a US-based 501(c)(3) charitable organization with an independent governance structure and Board of Directors. We’d love you to join our partner membership program and commit your organisation to global knowledge exchange.
VOLUNTEER
Research4Life is governed by multiple active committees with publisher involvement. If you are interested in getting involved, do contact Sarah Phibbs at STM.
RESEARCHERS & LIBRARIANS
Not-for-profit institutions from eligible countries, areas and territories can register for access. Check eligibility criteria and discover how to register for access to Research4Life.
USER TRAINING
We provide training through our Massive Online Open Courses and other specialist courses. Users can follow us on Facebook, X, Dgroups or via our newsletter to be the first to know about upcoming training! Our resources help promote Research4Life within the institutions.
MARKETING RESOURCES FOR PARTNERS
Find resources to promote our partnership that you can use on your website, social media and in meetings. If you need any additional materials, or if you have an idea for a targeted campaign, do contact the Research4Life Communications and Marketing team.
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