GetGenome, a non-profit organization dedicated to advancing global access to genomics technology and training, presents its Material Transfer Agreement (MTA) as a vital instrument for fostering collaborative research. The Agreement prioritizes the protection of researchers' rights and interests and better enables them to navigate third-party collaborations with confidence and clarity. The Agreement includes clear guidelines for custodianship, ownership, and confidentiality, empowering researchers, particularly in the global south, to engage in ethical and productive partnerships.