Mission & Vision
The VIGH Mission
To implement sustainable, scalable health and development programs in resource-limited settings through an innovative, multidisciplinary approach rooted on strong academic research and training, and pragmatic community partnerships.
Our Vision
To elevate the general health status and overall well-being of the communities that we serve.
Our Approach
To strengthen and sustain the global health activities and interests of the Vanderbilt University community by:
- Facilitating international contacts for program development and training
- Advocating for better equity in global health investments
- Assisting in securing resources for a broad range of international activities
- Standardizing and implementing overseas administrative, clinical, and scientific approaches to global health
- Improving communication through internationally targeted Web-based programs, on-campus seminars and symposia, and support of information systems, including telecommunications, distance learning and supervision, and Internet connectivity at all field sites, no matter how remotely located in rural settings
- Fostering partnerships with institutions in the United States and abroad that share the goals of the VIGH and wish to collaborate with Vanderbilt faculty, staff, and/or students
- Cultivating a close working relationship with Meharry Medical College that has synergistic traditions of overseas partnerships, especially in Africa
Where We Work
Click here to view an interactive map of Vanderbilt activities and collaborations around the globe.
