On #InternationalWomensDay, we are proud to highlight Yoko Inagaki journey's from a trainee to faculty.
We celebrate the many women advancing implementation science and global health across the GACD network.
#WomenInScience #GlobalHealth #IWD2026 #IWD #ImplementationScience
For World Cancer Day, this message from our co-chair of the Cancer Research Programme still resonates today.
With the Access Cancer Care India project, Arunah Chandran is working with a team to transform perceptions and enhance access to cancer prevention and care.
New case study alert 🚨
The UPSIDES project shows how structured peer support can strengthen social inclusion, hope, and empowerment for people with severe mental health conditions across diverse health systems globally.
Read more: www.gacd.org/our-impact/c...
During the workshop on reciprocal innovation, our panel featuring Garry Aslanyan, Kenneth Yakubu & Devina Nand unpacked what it takes to make reciprocity the norm.
They shared moments where traditional “experts” became the learners & served as a reminder that innovation flows in all directions.
During the reciprocal innovation workshop, Jasmine Kahla & Tessa Roberts shared how mental health innovations can be developed anywhere and adapted meaningfully.
They discussed bringing Atmiyata, a community model developed in India, to East London. #NCDs #ReciprocalInnovation
Our first speaker Dr Jepchirchir Kiplagat shares her work with the AMPATH Partnership, an early champion of reciprocal innovation.
She highlights key enablers including strong stakeholder engagement, funding, and local relevance.
Happening now: Our CEO Morven Roberts opens our reciprocal innovation workshop.
An important conversation on how innovations from lower-resourced settings are shaping global NCD solutions 🌍✨
Read more: www.gacd.org/research/res...
#NCDs #GlobalHealth #Innovation
Today is #WorldDiabetesDay. We are highlighting our funded projects addressing diabetes globally.
Explore our Diabetes Programme Report on 14 projects, 19 countries and years of research in action.
🔗 Open access tools and insights: www.gacd.org/our-impact/d...
#NCDs #GlobalHealth #Diabetes
Our Chief Executive @GACDmorven presented and chaired a session today at the inaugural Asian Conference on Implementation Science in China.
The panel explored global collaboration and funding opportunities in implementation research. #NCDs #ACIS2025
Sawubona from Cape Town!
It has been an energising week at the NCAMH seminar & Global Mental Health Summit.
Our Research & Capacity Manager Izzy Bandurek spoke on reframing funders as partners in research. We also hosted an informal catch-up with our Research Network! #GlobalHealth
We are delighted to announce Prof Ntobeko Ntusi as the new Chair of the GACD Strategy Board, effective October 2025.
“My vision is to strengthen collaborative and impactful implementation research on chronic conditions” - Prof Ntusi
Read about our new Chair: www.gacd.org/news/2025-10...
The refreshed GACD Implementation Science e-Hub is live!
Discover a smoother, more engaging way to learn, share & advance implementation research.
✨ New design
🧭 Easier navigation
📚 Expanded resources
🎓 Educators portal
Explore: implementationscience-gacd.org
#NCDs #GlobalHealth
On #WorldMentalHealthDay, we are highlighting our 34 funded projects advancing mental health research and care globally.
These projects are helping close the gap between research and real-world practice.
Explore the projects: www.gacd.org/research/pro...
To mark #WorldCancerResearchDay, we are highlighting the 26 cancer research projects we fund.
These projects focus on prevention, early detection, and improving care for people in low- and middle-income countries and vulnerable populations.
Learn more: www.gacd.org/research/pro...
Final call - applications close tomorrow!
We are in search of a new trustee to join our Board. You will help shape the strategic direction of a global health charity addressing NCDs through implementation science.
Apply: www.gacd.org/news/2025-08...
#CharityJobs #Trustee #Jobs
Did you know our diabetes report highlights key insights and lessons from our 14 projects addressing diabetes across low- and middle-income countries and underserved communities in high-income countries?.
Explore the full report: www.gacd.org/our-impact/d...
For #IndigenousPeoplesDay, we are excited to announce a new open-access GACD e-Hub programme on implementation research with, for & by Indigenous communities.
Showcasing Indigenous-led health research, sharing knowledge & fostering collaboration. More soon! 🌍
New Trustee opportunity – Join the GACD board!
We are inviting applications for a new Trustee to join our Board. This is an opportunity to help guide and shape our strategic direction focused on reducing the burden of NCDs globally.
Learn more & apply: www.gacd.org/news/2025-08...
Our Associate Member @nhmrc.bsky.social has awarded $4.8 million to Australian research teams addressing the challenges of managing multiple long-term conditions particularly in LMICs and disadvantaged populations in high-income settings.
Read about the new funding: www.nhmrc.gov.au/about-us/new...
The Nigeria Implementation Science Alliance (NISA) will hold its 2025 NISA conference from 10 to 13 September in Abuja, Nigeria.
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with researchers, implementers, and policymakers driving change across health systems. Learn more & get involved: nisaresearch.org
Today, we were excited to welcome Professor Jaime Miranda to the GACD team in the UK.
Now Head of University of Sydney's School of Public Health, he caught up with CEO Morven Roberts to reflect on NCD research, collaboration and life in Australia.
#GlobalHealth #ImplementationScience #NCDs
Applications are now open for our highly anticipated 8th Implementation Science School.
The School offers early- and mid-career researchers hands-on training in applying implementation science to real-world challenges.
Apply by 21 July 2025 here: bit.ly/ISS25applica...
The Nigerian Implementation Science Alliance is accepting abstract submissions for its 2025 conference in Abuja.
The event will bring together implementers, researchers & policymakers to discuss real-world applications of implementation science.
Submit yours: docs.google.com/forms/d/1cE7...
🌍📊The VIP Research Lab is excited to be at the #GACD2025 Annual Scientific Meeting! Gina Agarwal, Ric Angeles and Jasdeep Brar presented four projects: Scale-up Research Reporting Checklist (SPARK), CHAP-P in Philippines, eCHEC in Thailand, and health literacy in LMICs.🎉 @gacdmedia.bsky.social
During Day 2 of #GACDASM2025, there were research programme sessions focused on each of our research programmes.
Led by elected co-chairs, these sessions brought delegates together to dive into challenges, strategies, & successes from across the network.
Day 2 featured inspiring presentations from speakers which highlighted the power of collaboration across GACD projects, breaking down barriers and working together towards common goals.
#GACDASM2025
Today, our speakers Francois Uwinkindi, NCD Division Manger at the Rwanda Biomedical Centre & Rose Gahire, Vice Chairperson of the Rwanda NCD Alliance shared perspectives on NCDs in Rwanda.
They highlighted Rwanda’s efforts in NCD prevention and control, highlighting national strategies.
Day 2 of the GACD Annual Scientific Meeting is in full swing!
Our CEO Morven Roberts set the tone by highlighting GACD’s impact, especially through the investment from funding agencies to support implementation research. #GACDASM2025
Day 1 of the GACD Annual Scientific Meeting is a wrap! From engaging sessions to creative presentations and lively networking, today set the tone for an exciting week ahead in Kigali.
Thank you to all our delegates for bringing the energy, insights, and curiosity. #GACDASM2025
Guess who joined Day 1 of #GACDASM2025 today?
We had our very own Spiderman in the form of Darcelle Schouw take the stage with Arunah Chandran for a presentation on how their teams developed and refined implementation strategies.
