D&GHL

Our Mission

Advance equitable health systems through the responsible development, implementation, and evaluation of digital innovations.

Our focus areas

Sexual, Reproductive, Maternal, Newborn, Child, and Adolescent Health -Nutrition

With a strong focus on sexual and reproductive health and rights, we address persistent gaps in care through digital tools.
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Climate and Health Infrastructure

We explore the intersection of digital health and climate resilience, with attention to renewable energy systems in rural and remote areas.
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Vulnerable and Indigenous Populations

We co-develop solutions with historically excluded groups, prioritizing cultural relevance, respect, and self-determination.
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Emerging Technologies and Ethics

We engage with responsible AI, data science, and other innovations to ensure they serve rather than harm marginalized communities
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Strategic Objectives

Drive Responsible and Inclusive Innovation

Design and advance digital health tools that are ethically designed, locally governed, and rooted in the priorities of underserved communities.

Inform Policy Through Evidence

Generate rigorous research that supports the equitable scale-up of digital interventions and informs global and national policies.

Strengthen Capacity and Foster Solidarity

Strengthen health systems and build local capacity and global network of skilled practitioners and researchers committed to responsible, innovation, and sustainability in digital health.

Funders

Grand Challenges Canada logo
Canadian Institute of Health Research logo