Presented By: Kirsten Brown, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Co-Authors: Melissa Carroll, George Washington University School of Medicine and Health Sciences
Mikaela Stiver, McGill University
Peter Vollbrecht, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine

Purpose
Neuroanatomy educators worldwide face similar instructional challenges including student engagement, neurophobia, and limited quality resources. Existing literature describes solutions to many of these obstacles, however implementing solutions is often done individually. Driven in part by COVID-19, an international group of neuroanatomy educators began sharing resources and approaches through online forums. The growth of this group of contributors sharing ideas and support led to the formalization and consolidation of this community of practice (CoP). 

Methods
Seed funding from the American Association for Anatomy Innovations Program supported the creation of an online platform where members can access a curated database of peer-reviewed, high quality, teaching resources (e.g., 3D printing data sets) and clinical cases. The peer review process was developed to ensure that resources are accurate, pedagogically sound, and presented through a culturally sensitive lens. The short-term impact was assessed with user (e.g., who's using), usage (what's being used), and translation (e.g., what language) data. User surveys will evaluate the long-term impact at a later date. 

Results 
The Global Neuroanatomy Network (GNN) was launched in November 2023 by 23 neuroanatomists representing 22 institutions from 11 countries across 5 continents and 9 languages. This core team developed the GNN portal and the initial resources, drawing on the experiences of both clinicians and educators. At the time of submission GNN membership already exceeded 130 members representing 30 countries from 6 continents. Teaching resources (n=27) outnumber clinical cases (n=5). All materials are in English, but translations are underway. 

Conclusions 
The GNN is a CoP, resource repository, and dissemination mechanism for neuroanatomy educators worldwide. As the GNN grows, the goal is to expand the current offerings to include more resources and additional translations. Therefore, the GNN welcomes the submission of materials from all members of the neuroanatomy community.