The reinforcement of collaboration between government research institutes (GRIs), institutions of higher learning (IHLs), the government and industry.

Towards this goal, YIM has zeroed in on grassroots innovations – using novel or new ideas that are usually developed in unconventional settings to deal with issues that are often neglected in the context of mainstream solutions. These often adopt a “bottom-up” approach for community empowerment through affordable access, enhanced quality and functionality, access for excluded population such as the poor, disabled, women, elderly and disadvantaged groups with significant outreach and sustainable strategies.