Thinking about the big picture, what effects do you want to achieve by applying this principle to your project?

Diverse research teams generate fresh perspectives on complex problems, address unfair hierarchies and promote global equity.

What processes will you need to incorporate to reach your outcome? How will each contribute to – and demonstrate progress towards – your outcome?

What will your team look like? Will ECRs and Global South researchers be given empowering responsibilities? How will everyone’s professional development be supported?

What day-to-day activities will get you to your outputs? How will you ensure they are equitable and responsible in practice?

What leadership style and decision-making models will you use? Which work packages will be led by researchers other than the PI? When will you establish core team values?

Who, what, where, when?

How will you support your team adequately? Will researchers in the Global South get extra resources to fulfil their roles? What support will you need to ensure you can recruit and upskill team members fairly?