While we see an unjust world of broken systems failing to deliver for its citizens, a different world is possible. This world can be realized only if we encourage and harness the potential of emerging sources of change:
- We see students as dynamic leaders: When young people are connected with constructive forms of global health engagement, they can step up to be the leaders of our world both today and into the future. The world demands our generation to deliver critical leadership on issues of global health, and investments in inspiring and developing this leadership are vital.
- We see grassroots leaders in underserved communities fighting to build stronger health systems: Grassroots leaders are working to improve the health of their communities in poor areas around the world. By devoting our resources in support of these local leaders and their communities, important contributions can be made in building vital health infrastructure.
By connecting students to grassroots leaders, we are investing in both immediate change as well as the enduring strength of human capital.
Mission
GlobeMed's mission is to connect the assets of a student-led network to grassroots health organizations working in communities around the world. By inspiring and training university students to mobilize resources for global health, we seek to build a movement fighting for a more sustainable and secure world.
Vision
Our Vision is to build a world where all people have the opportunity to live a healthy life.
Core Values
Our work is guided by four core values:
- Going beyond compassion: Successfully addressing global health challenges requires diligence and accountability. By being aware of local cultural norms and partnering with model health organizations, we can make a real impact.
- The dignity and assets of all people in our global community: We value the contributions that all people, whether a health worker in rural Ghana, a community organizer in an Indian slum, or a student on a college campus in the US, can make to global health. We partner, for example, with health organizations that empower community members and give them a role in the decision-making process of important activities. It is precisely because people's assets are neglected and ignored in today's world that we believe we have a responsibility to act.
- Pragmatic idealism: We match our passion and energy with critical reflection and strategic thinking that will advance our work. By evaluating our projects and reflecting on past experiences, we make choices that are rooted in our mission and vision.
- Collaboration: We see partnership as a powerful mechanism to change the world. By building common understanding and sharing resources between individuals and organizations, we can optimize our work in global health.
