This document summarizes progress and plans for Output 2 of the MK4D project, which aims to create a more effective global infrastructure for sharing research knowledge among development intermediaries. In Year 1, foundations were laid by growing the Intermediary Knowledge Mediary Network and launching the Open API project. Challenges included the complexity of building new collaborative systems in parallel and short timelines. Looking forward, priorities include developing the intermediary mapping database, supporting collaborative projects through the Network, and promoting open access protocols. Input from advisory members on focus areas and priorities would be valuable.

1. MK4D Output 2 More effective platforms for sharing research knowledge globally Debbie Beer, 15 June 2011

2. Output 2 desired outcome(what would we expect / like / love to see?) global “infrastructure” (systems, groups/networks/collaborations of people / organisations, behaviours) which enables intermediaries to share research knowledge more effectively

3. Output 2 desired outcome(what would we expect / like / love to see?) a more enabling environment for connecting up content, systems and people in the development intermediary sector, to share research knowledge more effective, sustainable and appropriate linkages for knowledge sharing, through groups of people and organisations, and through systems and behavioural change increased capacity inthe sector to share and aggregate research knowledge in meaningful and demand-led ways

4. Output 2 activity streams

9. Output 2 progress - summary Substantial progress overall while investing in developing robust partnerships, collaborations and processes Building for progress over the whole programme to 2013 (and beyond) more important than hitting Y1 milestone dates Y1 milestones re-scheduled (4-7 month delays) – but on track overall to meet later milestones & 2013 targets Exciting outcomes from OpenAPI project and I-K-Mediary Network Intermediary “mapping”, advocacy, WG on protocols – moving from scoping/preparation to implementation Collaborative projects – 1 began March, 3 under negotiation

11. Leveraging linkages across MK4D activities and other relationships

14. Expanding activities - virtual events, annual workshop, project working groups, new website, governance & funding strategy work

15. Taking ownership of Intermediary “mapping” project

17. I-K-Mediary Network – Intermediary “mapping”mind map

18. I-K-Mediary Network bilateral collaboration Content from India’s Down to Earth (CSE) to be translated into Bangladesh local languages by D.Netfor 5,000 villages

22. Output 2 future plans Foundations: I-K-Mediary Network - new website; KBF; events; future governance & funding; 7 WGs for collaborative/innovative projects Intermediary “mapping”- online survey; publish 1st version database & visualisations; develop further (incl. semantic web?); WG develops related broader programme of activities Systems: OpenAPI project Support /capacity development – progress projects under negotiation; identify new ones (calls?); open linked data/semantic web experimental work Behaviours: Working group on protocols – finish scoping/planning consultancy; set WG ToR & convene; ensure cross-MK4D linkages Targeted advocacy - with partners, develop & implement sponsoring of southern participants; fund related research; participate in & support relevant events/fora

23. Output 2 Questions Are we doing the right things? What should we stop / start? What should be the priorities? Where should we focus our resources? Would you, as IAG members, like to be more actively involved in inputting to Output 2 activities? If so, how?