Partner and Network Countries
INASP uses the United Nations Human Development Index (HDI) and the World Bank Gross National Income (GNI) to identify eligible countries.
The partnerships between eligible countries and INASP work towards activities being led, implemented and sustained by the countries themselves. This involves a significant, long-term commitment of expertise, time and money from both sides.
As it is not possible to work with all eligible countries in this depth, they are divided into two groups:
Partner countries: INASP and the country jointly commit to support research communication activities, according to the country's specific needs, plans and policies. The partnerships are professional collaborations between Country Coordinating teams and INASP. Our partner countries are:
- Africa: Côte d'Ivoire, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Lesotho, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Rwanda, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe
- Asia Pacific: Bangladesh, Nepal, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Vietnam
- Latin America: Bolivia, Cuba, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua
Network countries: INASP enables access to resources such as training materials, publications, and a List of Free/OA Resources via country-specific web pages.
If a network country's involvement adds value to partner countries and/or INASP's wider network, they may also be involved in multi-country or regional initiatives.
Decisions on involving network countries in specific activities are dealt with on a case by case basis.
In network countries where a Country Coordinator is in place, the country can also benefit from INASP-negotiated free subscriptions to e-resources.
As and when capacity allows, network countries may transition to partner countries. Decisions are based on an understanding and assessment of key background information. More information on eligibility is available on the Partner and Network Countries: Eligibility Information page.
For a full list of our partner and network countries, see the Partner and Network Countries: Listing page.