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Annex 04 — Multi-Institutional Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)

04.1 Purpose​

This annex provides a standardized Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) template for multi-institutional collaboration within the VILF ecosystem.

It formalizes cooperation between:

  • government entities
  • universities
  • private-sector organizations
  • NGOs and civil society
  • international partners

04.2 Scope of Use​

This MoU is applicable for:

  • establishing a new innovation lab
  • joining an existing lab network
  • forming a hub or thematic cluster
  • participating in capability-building programs
  • co-financing or co-executing innovation initiatives

04.3 Template​

Memorandum of Understanding​

Between
[Institution A]
and
[Institution B]
(and others, as applicable)

1. Purpose​

The purpose of this MoU is to formalize the collaboration between the Parties in establishing and/or participating in the Vigía Innovation Lab Framework (VILF) ecosystem.

2. Objectives​

The Parties agree to collaborate on:

  • innovation project execution using IMM-P®
  • participation in MEL and scorecard cycles
  • compliance with IGF governance rules
  • evidence-driven decision-making
  • documentation and repository standards

3. Roles & Responsibilities​

Each Party commits to:

  • designate focal points
  • contribute resources, expertise, and data (as applicable)
  • adhere to VILF diagnostic, execution, and governance tools

4. Governance​

The Parties acknowledge VILF’s governance architecture:

  • Tier-0: Labs
  • Tier-1: Hubs
  • Tier-2: Network Coordination Unit (NCU)

5. Duration & Amendment​

The MoU becomes effective upon signature and remains valid for [X years].
Amendments require mutual consent.

6. Licensing​

All VILF materials referenced here are governed by CC BY-NC-ND 4.0.

7. Signatures​

[Authorized Signatory – Institution A]
[Authorized Signatory – Institution B]

04.4 Licensing Note​

This template is non-modifiable under CC BY-NC-ND 4.0 unless explicit permission is provided by Doulab.