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The Write-Life project utilizes equity-centered resources to promote fair and inclusive participation in global health research. Every aspect of the project aimed to cultivate a diverse and inclusive learning community, valuing varied perspectives and positionalities among both the research team and participants. By adopting a relational approach, the project emphasized that meaningful change occurs through relationships, highlighting the importance of allyship in advancing equity in global health.

In spite of all the challenges the Covid-19 pandemic triggered over the last several months, two of the welcome gifts it also afforded me has been 1) time to reflect and 2) the ability to continue with my studies in an atypical way. My experience as a graduate student in the School of Planning had already unceasingly tested my motivation and self-direction but working as a Research Assistant (RA) and powering through electives over the Spring term helped me recognize how important it is to foster supportive relationships and prioritize your own wellbeing during uncertain times.