Impartiality
Advice follows the evidence, not a donor or government line.
About GRANDEE
From a regional desk to a global research network
Founded in 2022, GRANDEE grew from a regional brief into a Cambridge-based network. We pair local expertise with modern tools so under-resourced nations can design policy, services and research that last.
How we work
Five values sit in front of every project
Impartiality, Integrity, Innovation, Inclusion and Impact are not a poster on the wall. They decide which briefs we take, how we write, and when we say no.
Integrity
Methods, data and limits are stated plainly, including what we do not know.
Innovation
We use technology only when it solves a real delivery problem on the ground.
Inclusion
Local researchers and communities stay in the work, not as an afterthought.
Impact
A programme is judged by what changes for citizens, not by the size of the report.
50+partnersGovernments, NGOs and universities we work with on live programmes.
30+team membersResearchers and operators across regional desks and Cambridge.
2022foundedStarted as a regional desk; now a global research and innovation network.
Talent
Programmes that leave capacity behind
Fellowships, training and joint research are built so partners can run the next cycle without us in the room.
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Fellowship Opportunities
Our fellowship programs offer emerging leaders the chance to work alongside GRANDEE's experts, gaining hands-on experience in research and innovation. Fellows contribute to real-world projects, making a tangible impact.
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Training & Capacity Building
The Training & Capacity Building program equips individuals and institutions in emerging economies with the tools, skills, and frameworks needed to lead sustainable development through tailored workshops, digital learning, and mentorship.
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Research Solutions
GRANDEE provides tailored research solutions to address the unique challenges faced by developing economies. Our multidisciplinary teams work closely with local partners to develop and implement effective strategies.
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Strategic Partnerships
We collaborate with governments, NGOs, and academic institutions to maximize our impact and reach. Our partnerships are built on mutual respect and a shared commitment to sustainable development.
Centres of excellence
Labs where ideas are tested before they scale
Strategic hubs bring researchers, technologists and community leads together to pilot tools for AI, climate equity, heritage, youth and crisis response.
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AI for Social Good Lab
This lab focuses on developing and deploying AI solutions to address pressing social issues, such as poverty, inequality, and access to education and healthcare.
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Global Climate & Resource Equity Hub
This hub works to promote climate resilience and equitable access to resources in vulnerable communities, focusing on sustainable development and policy advocacy.
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Digital Knowledge Heritage Program
This program aims to digitize and preserve cultural heritage, making knowledge accessible to global audiences and promoting cross-cultural understanding.
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Youth & Women’s Futures Initiative
This initiative supports youth and women through education, skills training, and leadership development, empowering them to become agents of change in their communities.
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Crisis Response & Resilience Lab
GRANDEE’s rapid-response innovation unit, focused on helping vulnerable communities navigate shocks — from natural disasters to pandemics and political instability.
Regional desks
People who know the room before the report is written
Each desk is led by someone who works the region — so programmes start from local politics, language and infrastructure, not a template.
Zanele Moyo
Head, Africa Desk
Specialises in grassroots engagement and local governance modeling.
Soo-Min Park
Head, Asia-Pacific Desk
Focused on digital education and public sector innovation in emerging tech hubs.
Mariana Duarte
Head, Latin America Desk
Expert in urban inclusion, smart policy, and environmental resilience.
Faris Al-Mutairi
Head, MENA Desk
Focuses on legal modernization, refugee policy, and civic tech solutions.
Talia Taufete'e
Head, Small Island & Fragile Contexts Desk
Disaster resilience and climate equity tailored to SIDS realities.
Work with the network
Bring a brief. We will tell you if GRANDEE is the right desk.
Partnerships, fellowships and commissioned research sit with the same team.