Sub-Saharan Africa Bioethics Community of Practice
We aim to enhance visibility, collaboration, and efficiency in the African bioethics landscape.
We aim to enhance visibility, collaboration, and efficiency in the African bioethics landscape.
The Sub-Saharan Africa Bioethics Community of Practice (CoP) fosters collaboration and knowledge-sharing among bioethics professionals across Africa. Established through support from ORCID's Global Participation Fund, this community enhances research visibility and ethical practices through certified training, expert-led sessions, and peer-learning opportunities. Members enhance their skills and contribute to a network of ethical leadership while building robust researcher profiles and connections. Join this vibrant community to elevate your bioethics expertise and connect with over 100 certified professionals across the continent.
We partner with AFREDAC to integrate innovative public health solutions into our bioethics initiatives, fostering impactful, evidence-based practices across Africa. AFREDAC plays a pivotal role in supporting the Sub-Saharan community of practice by providing essential infrastructure and managing all technical aspects required for effective training. Their efforts significantly enhance the community's impact by facilitating knowledge sharing, capacity building, and the development of a professional network that promotes ethical leadership and community-driven solutions. This collaboration enriches membership benefits by offering access to specialized expertise, certified training programs, and a platform for meaningful engagement in advancing public health and bioethics across the region.
Our Events
The event highlighted a regional initiative to strengthen bioethics research in Sub-Saharan Africa by integrating ORCID into existing research systems. Supported by the ORCID Global Participation Fund, the project aimed to address structural challenges such as poor research visibility, limited digital infrastructure, and fragmented researcher identification. Over 12 months, a vibrant Community of Practice was established, reaching over 1,000 stakeholders across 12 countries. Through strategic partnerships, training, and system integration, the initiative improved research documentation, enhanced collaboration, and laid the groundwork for long-term sustainability in bioethics and ethical research across the region. Learn More...
Event Report...
An engaging and insightful virtual forum on Strengthening Research Identity and Integrity in African Bioethics: The ORCID Advantage. The event explored how ORCID can enhance research credibility, visibility, and ethical publishing practices in the Global South.
"Our Community of Practice has certified over 80 professionals across Africa, creating a network of ethical leadership and expertise."
