The 22nd Council of Partners meeting of the GGP was held on 4 June 2025, bringing together country teams and collaborators to reflect on recent progress and plan ahead.
Key updates included the introduction of new staff at the GGP Central Hub and ongoing efforts to expand geographical coverage, enhance data FAIRness, and strengthen ties with other research infrastructures. Improvements to the GGP Data Portal were showcased, including better navigation, harmonised content, and the assignment of DOIs to datasets.
Recent developments in Wave 2 data collection were a central focus. Countries including Czechia, Norway, Estonia, and Moldova reported strong response rates and shared experiences with revised questionnaires and tailored fieldwork approaches. Meanwhile, several countries such as South Korea, Taiwan, Latvia, and Switzerland shared insights from Wave 1 surveys and outlined future plans.
The meeting also emphasised the importance of demonstrating the programme’s broader impact. Partners were encouraged to contribute to an upcoming survey designed to capture the reach of GGP in research, policy, and training. As the programme continues to grow, the commitment to collaboration, innovation, and relevance remains at its core.
