Mesh Community Engagement Network (360G-Wellcome-218766_Z_19_Z)

Mesh Community Engagement Network (www.mesh-ce.org) is a collaborative open-access webspace and networking project for people involved in community engagement with global health research (CE). Building on a successful pilot, we propose a new three-year strategic approach with a focus on measuring impact, using a Theory of Change to provide clarity on how we expect to make a difference to global health by supporting better research. We have three aims: To ensure the value of CE is recognised by a diversity of global health stakeholders and is considered an integral part of research; to generate and strengthen leadership and capacity; and to increase outcomes-focussed, innovative CE. Mesh’s vision for the future is that all global health research incorporates high-quality CE built on evidence, good practice and strong networks. Capitalising on the project’s impressive reach, geographical spread and high-level partnerships, we will secure a small team and move management from Wellcome to embed the project at The Global Health Network. A robust monitoring and evaluation plan will allow for greater agility and adjustments to the strategy and project delivery, increasing efficiency and leading to the development of Mesh as a low-cost and high-impact project in the future. Intro film (1min 43sec): https://youtu.be/1jCHxbPLPlA