GlobeMed partnerships are rooted in the belief that local aspirations are a centripetal force behind community change. Many health clinics or other organizations working to improve health in vulnerable communities have many great resources - community members who passionately care about health, local knowledge of customs and culture, and strong social networks. However, working in conditions of extreme poverty, these leaders face sharp and seemingly intractable challenges. Students are in a unique position to help connect such health organizations with resources that can help to improve health in their communities.